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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$33
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 02
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
4 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 02
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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 2 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:29 AM4h04Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:33 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$331One-way0 transfers- 9:19 AM4h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:48 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$671One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 AM4h04Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:33 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$331One-way0 transfers
- 9:19 AM4h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:48 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a train costs an average of $196.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$196 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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 $147 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 $196.
Other travel options to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (3h 16m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $196 compared to roughly $122 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W84908+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 10:10 AM 10:50 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h32 | 2:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | |||||
| 6:29 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h04 | 10:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by train or bus
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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 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $111 but you can travel from only $49 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from $49. 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains use the Glasgow Central to Deansgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Most popular train connections from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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