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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$57
Fastest journey on Sep 01
3 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
3 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 01
8
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Glasgow will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 8 trains from Manchester Airport to Glasgow, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 2h 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 to Glasgow:
A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Glasgow costing on average $43.
A bus is $180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Airport to Glasgow costing on average $217.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 26m.
Bus takes on average 8h 43m.
Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $82. The journey takes 4h 11m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:29 AM Manchester Airport | 3h32 | 11:01 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport | 3h36 | 11:40 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Manchester Airport | 3h49 | 12:01 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport | 6h23 | 2:40 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport | 3h32 | 12:01 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport | 3h36 | 12:40 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport | 3h35 | 2:39 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 16:17. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 4:29 AM |
Last train 4:17 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester Airport to Glasgow trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre 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 options are available at Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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