How do I get from Manchester to Glasgow without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Glasgow. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Glasgow?

On average, the trip from Manchester to Glasgow takes around 5h 15m, but you can get there in as little as 3h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 184 miles (296 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Manchester from Glasgow?

Manchester and Glasgow are 184 miles (296 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Glasgow?

Most of the buses traveling from Manchester to Glasgow leave from Shudehill and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Glasgow?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $16.

How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow cost?

The bus ticket costs $31 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $171, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

Once in Glasgow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are University of Glasgow, The Necropolis, Auchentoshan Distillery, House for an Art Lover and Glasgow Science Centre.

Manchester to Glasgow Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

TodayApr 26

from $24

TomorrowApr 27

from $23

MonApr 28

from $21

TueApr 29

from $21

WedApr 30

from $20

ThuMay 1

from $19

FriMay 2

from $25

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 3:30pm
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Shudehill
Arrival time: April 26 at 8:30pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 4:00am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Shudehill
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:55am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 1:35am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:45am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: April 26 at 2:20am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Shudehill
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:20am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: April 26 at 8:25am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Airport
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Glasgow.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $171	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$25 - $182	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $47	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Glasgow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$31

Average bus trip duration5h 15m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure12:45am

Distance183 miles (295 km)

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to customer reviews, National Express is highly praised for its polite staff and smooth journeys. Customers also appreciate the helpful and caring coach drivers. However, there are some negative experiences reported, such as buses not showing up at the designated stations and required stops that were not communicated in advance. Overall, National Express provides a pleasant travel experience with good value for money.

National Express Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

Very disappointed as was working as needed to be Glasgow The bus did not turn up at Manchester st chorlton bus station

Kurt W.

February 14, 2023

Driver made a "required by law" stop of around 30-40 mins. Passengers should be notified at start of journey.

James C.

January 8, 2023

Always a pleasure to travel with national express staff always polite and journey always smooth

Caroline K.

April 6, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/58,403 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Users have noted that the bus journey was comfortable and arrived early, with a friendly driver providing sufficient breaks. However, some passengers experienced discomfort due to high temperatures on board and mentioned the absence of toilet or drink breaks during their trip.

FlixBus Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was almost unbearably hot on the bus and there were no toilet or drink breaks. It did arrive early and was comfy enough.

Christine M.

February 9, 2025

Driver was nice, sufficient breaks, nice drive

Robert N.

September 18, 2024

Very very good👍

Segun K.

August 15, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,161 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Many users commend the service for being a great value and providing smooth journeys, with drivers praised for their professionalism. However, some mention delays due to waiting for additional passengers or traffic issues. A few reviews suggest improvements in bus cleanliness and communication regarding schedules could enhance the overall experience further.

Megabus Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

Had 90 minutes delay from the pickup bus station and no apologies or anyone to confirm the delay. That was a very bad experience 😕

Pracious R.

October 13, 2024

The journey was fine, it was quite warm at night when one is travelling the AC should be working, as it can get quite warm at night with a bus full of people

Sabha H.

September 23, 2024

Excellent. The bus left on time and arrived early. A very smooth journey. Well done, driver.

Henry S.

August 22, 2024

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Manchester to Glasgow Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Glasgow?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Glasgow

How do I get from Manchester to Glasgow without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Glasgow?
How far is Manchester from Glasgow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Glasgow?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Glasgow?
How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

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

Best price found

04/24

$50

04/25

$24

Today

$24

04/27

$23

04/28

$21

04/29

$21

04/30

$20

05/01

$19

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Glasgow was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $58 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-01.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Manchester to Glasgow.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Glasgow, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Glasgow will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Glasgow?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 15m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 18m	Avg Price$56	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 50m	Avg Price$35	Daily Departures1

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Bus Manchester to Glasgow: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Glasgow?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Glasgow

How do I get from Manchester to Glasgow without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Glasgow?

How far is Manchester from Glasgow?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Glasgow?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Glasgow?

How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Glasgow?

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