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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow City to Manchester
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow City to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow City to Manchester will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow City for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow City to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow City to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow City to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow City to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:05 Buchanan Bus Station (stance 55) | 4h05 | 12:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 Buchanan Bus Station (stance 57) | 4h00 | 13:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Glasgow (buchanan Bus Station) | 5h00 | 15:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:05 Buchanan Bus Station (stance 57) | 5h05 | 16:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow City to Manchester
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Buses from Glasgow City to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 04:05 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus from Glasgow City to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Glasgow City to Manchester with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow City to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow City to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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