Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Transpennine Express
08:05AM4h09
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:14PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$431One-way
0 transfers

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Transpennine Express08:05AM Manchester Airport (MIA)4h09 12:14PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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Fastest Journey

4 h 9 m

Average

4 h 9 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

305 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Transpennine Express
08:05AM4h09
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:14PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$431One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

distanceDistance189 miles (305 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 55 min
priceAverage train ticket price$55 (€47)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 5 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) cover the 189 miles (305 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 55 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $28 (€24), but the average price of train tickets is $55 (€47).

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains

For as little as $22 (€19) you can travel by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 4 min
  • Cheapest Price: $40

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) can start from as little as $28 (€24) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is $55 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is on average 3 h 55 min   for the 189 mile (305 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from Manchester Airport (MIA) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 7: 17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 2: 29 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) without having to change trains with first_transpennine_express. There are 5 direct trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), you can count on Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from Manchester Airport (MIA) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train is May.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 2 different ways: train or bus.

Trains departing from Manchester Airport

Distance from Manchester Airport to city center
Distance from Manchester Airport to city center
9.4 miles (15.1 km)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
ATM
ATM
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Information Desk
Information Desk
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
Accessibility
Accessibility
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

Trains arriving to Glasgow Queen Street

Distance from Glasgow Queen Street to city center
Distance from Glasgow Queen Street to city center
0.6 miles (977 m)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
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
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Dining
Dining
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
SIXT
Information Desk
Information Desk
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
Accessibility
Accessibility
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

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