Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) - Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)Compare Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper


The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sun, Apr 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 19 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Sun, Apr 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
11:15 AM3h56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:11 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$681One-way0 transfers
10:47 AM3h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:24 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$711One-way0 transfers
10:14 AM3h40Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:54 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1161One-way0 transfers
10:47 AM3h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:24 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$711One-way0 transfers
10:14 AM3h40Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:54 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1161One-way0 transfers
11:15 AM3h56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:11 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, April 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:14 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h40 | 1:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:47 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 2:24 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h56 | 3:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 6:20 PM |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $20 (€16). 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 Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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