What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Warwick Road via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

The distance between Glasgow and Old Trafford is 226 miles. The road distance is 213.7 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Old Trafford bus from?

Glasgow to Old Trafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Old Trafford train from?

Glasgow to Old Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Shudehill Interchange, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 32m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Glasgow to Old Trafford bus arrive?

Glasgow to Old Trafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Old Trafford train arrive?

Glasgow to Old Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Old Trafford is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Glasgow to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

Glasgow to Old Trafford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromGlasgow to Old Trafford

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 54m
£70–140
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 32m
£30–47
Drive 212.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Old Traffordcar 212.4 mi
3h 36m
£52–75
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 11m
£53–156
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 37m
£44–101
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 30m
£61–172
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 39m
£65–168

Glasgow to Old Trafford by train, bus, and foot

222Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Old Trafford.

Launch map view

Distance: 224.5 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Old Trafford, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Old Trafford via Preston, Manchester Oxford Road, Oxford Road Station, and Matt Busby Way in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.