What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria is to rideshare which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Manchester Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Manchester Victoria?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Victoria via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

The distance between Glasgow and Manchester Victoria is 224 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester Victoria bus from?

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester Victoria train from?

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester Victoria bus arrive?

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester Victoria train arrive?

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Manchester Victoria is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

Book your Glasgow to Manchester Victoria train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

Book your Glasgow to Manchester Victoria bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester Victoria?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Manchester Victoria.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow and Manchester Victoria. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Manchester Victoria by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
3h 30m
£81–138
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Manchesterrideshare 211.3 mi
4h 26m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 5m
£25–45
Drive 211.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Manchester Victoriacar 211.9 mi
3h 36m
£52–75
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 13m
£52–152
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
3h 36m
£80–139
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
5h 26m
£61–176
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 24m
£64–165

Glasgow to Manchester Victoria by train and tram

47Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Manchester Victoria, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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