Trains tickets from Glasgow to Manchester

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Today25 Apr
from US$66
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$62
Sun27 Apr
Mon28 Apr
from US$56
Tue29 Apr
from US$54
Wed30 Apr
from US$52
Thu1 May
from US$52
Fri2 May
from US$52

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Glasgow to Manchester: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$54
Average train trip duration3h 18m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure07:09
Distance190 miles
Latest train departure18:56

Glasgow to Manchester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Manchester

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester cost?

    The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Manchester is US$54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Manchester?

    A train trip between Glasgow and Manchester is around 3h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 184 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Glasgow and Manchester?

    The number of trains from Glasgow to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$66
24/04
US$66
Today
US$66
26/04
US$62
27/04
No data
28/04
US$56
29/04
US$54
30/04
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on 30 Apr 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$172 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-04-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Glasgow and Manchester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Manchester.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Glasgow and Manchester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Glasgow to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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