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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
4 h
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
4 h 49 m
Buses on 07 Sept
4
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 4 buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
FlixBus22:404h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station2:40Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£261One-way0 changes
NX18123:005h05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station4:05Manchester, Coach Station£351One-way0 changes- FlixBus10:205h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station15:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£411One-way0 changes
- NX5908:405h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station13:50Manchester, Coach Station£511One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:404h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station2:40Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£261One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:205h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station15:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£411One-way0 changes
- NX18123:005h05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station4:05Manchester, Coach Station£351One-way0 changes
- NX5908:405h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station13:50Manchester, Coach Station£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £151.
Distance: 295 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £151 Average Price | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £38.
A coach is £123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £151.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 19m.
Train takes on average 4h 35m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 4h 19m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h00 | 15:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h00 | 2:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX181 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h05 | 4:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 7:40 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach. 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 coach, 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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