Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
G30135
10:50AM3h12
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:02PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
G30222
08:33AM3h28
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:01PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
G30134
09:50AM3h14
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:04PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
G30228
11:33AM3h27
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
03:00PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 4
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast
G30222
08:33AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h28 12:01PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30134
09:50AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h14 01:04PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30135
10:50AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h12 02:02PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30228
11:33AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h27 03:00PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Fastest Journey

3 h 12 m

Average

3 h 20 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

295 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
G30135
10:50AM3h12
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:02PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30134
09:50AM3h14
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:04PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30228
11:33AM3h27
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
03:00PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30222
08:33AM3h28
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:01PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1091One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

distanceDistance183 miles (295 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 10 min
priceAverage train ticket price$89 (€76)
frequencyTrain frequency10 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 5 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) cover the 183 miles (295 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 10 min with our travel partners like TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $48 (€41), but the average price of train tickets is $89 (€76).

Train providers: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and ScotRail from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains

Travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) from $34 (€29) with Omio’s train partners TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and ScotRail! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 14 min
  • Cheapest Price: $48

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can start from as little as $48 (€41) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is $89 (€76); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Glasgow Central (GLC) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is on average 3 h 10 min   for the 183 mile (295 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Central (GLC) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 7: 14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 7: 33 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) without having to change trains with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There are 5 direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 33 PM.
A trip to Glasgow Central (GLC) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Central (GLC) including taking a train or bus.

Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Trains arriving to Glasgow Central

Distance from Glasgow Central to city center
Distance from Glasgow Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.7 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 09: 15 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Glasgow International Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
You can take the 500 Airport Express shuttle bus, running every 10 minutes directly to the airport. The journey lasts about 20 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
There is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Lockers
Lockers
Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Krispy Kreme | Gordon St Coffee | Starbucks | Upper Crust | The Beer House | Patisserie Valerie | Alston Bar & Beef
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
SIXT | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

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