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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) without transferring at least 2 times.
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L878619:45 AM4h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1081One-way2 transfers- W00587+W84922+C147631:45 PM4h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1321One-way2 transfers
- W00587+W84922+C147631:45 PM4h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1321One-way2 transfers
- W34060+W84908+L878619:45 AM4h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1081One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $280.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $281 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO):
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average $66 (€54).
A bus is $231 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average $281 (€227).
Other travel options to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
Flight takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87853+W34060+W84908 | 9:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h52 | 2:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| L87861+W34060+W84908 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h37 | 2:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| W68989+W34268+W84873 | 3:10 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 8:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsCaledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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