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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 34 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Sat, Jul 25, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
G89542+
W851665:48 AM4h52Manchester Airport (MIA)10:40 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$511One-way1 transfer- W851901:04 PM3h38Manchester Airport (MIA)4:42 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$551One-way0 transfers
- W851667:04 AM3h36Manchester Airport (MIA)10:40 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$551One-way0 transfers
- W851699:04 AM3h38Manchester Airport (MIA)12:42 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$581One-way0 transfers
- W851943:04 PM3h35Manchester Airport (MIA)6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$581One-way0 transfers
- G89065+
W3337911:29 AM3h31Manchester Airport (MIA)3:00 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1001One-way1 transfer - G89047+W3353310:29 AM3h32Manchester Airport (MIA)2:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1001One-way1 transfer
- G89063+W337348:29 AM3h32Manchester Airport (MIA)12:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1001One-way1 transfer
- G89051+W337731:29 PM3h32Manchester Airport (MIA)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1001One-way1 transfer
- G89067+W337932:29 PM3h32Manchester Airport (MIA)6:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A bus is $26 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $57 (€57).
A bus is $163 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $194 (€194).
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 44m.
Flight takes on average 5h 20m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€57) compared to roughly $101 (€101) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44 (€44). The journey takes 4h 29m versus 3h 38m 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, 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
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89059+C01321 | On time 7:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h44 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89579+W34180 | On time 8:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h52 | 12:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
| W33521+G89040 | 5:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h57 | 9:26 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84649+ G66981+ L88252 | 5:43 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 8h28 | 2:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| G89542+W85166 | 5:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h52 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85166 | 7:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h36 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33542+G89552 | 7:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h43 | 11:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89043+W33536 | 7:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h47 | 11:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G16206+ G80207+L87939+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 7:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h31 | 2:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
| G16206+G80207+L88252+A33636 | 7:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h27 | 2:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
| A33636 · G16206+G80207+L87939 | 7:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h19 | 2:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
| G80204+L88252+G89556+W84659 | 7:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h23 | 2:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
| G89556+G15984+G01057+C14760 | 7:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h44 | 2:32 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
| W85167 · W85169 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h38 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33734+G89560 | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h44 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33734+G89063 | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h32 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85169 | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h38 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33515+G89045 | 9:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h39 | 1:08 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89047+W33533 | 10:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h32 | 2:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85181 | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h35 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33379+G89585 | 11:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h43 | 3:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33379+G89065 | 11:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h31 | 3:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85183 · W85187 | 12:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h42 | 3:46 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33738+G89049 | 12:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h35 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85190 | 1:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h38 | 4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89051+W33773 | 1:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h32 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33793+G89067 | Delayed 2:41 PM 2:29 PMManchester Airport (MIA) | 3h32 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85194 | 3:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h35 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33395+G89053 | 3:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h40 | 7:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33574+G89055 | Delayed 4:41 PM 4:29 PMManchester Airport (MIA) | 3h34 | 8:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85204 | 5:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h34 | 8:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33543+G89554 | Delayed 5:41 PM 5:17 PMManchester Airport (MIA) | 3h48 | 9:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33796+G89069 | 5:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h53 | 9:22 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85207+L88596+ Y14782 | 6:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h00 | 10:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| W33717+G89058 | 6:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h42 | 10:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€19) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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