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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
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.
NX59015:105h05Manchester, Coach Station20:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£511One-way0 changes- NX1811:355h10Manchester, Coach Station6:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£511One-way0 changes
- NX59015:105h05Manchester, Coach Station20:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£511One-way0 changes
- NX1811:355h10Manchester, Coach Station6:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 295 km
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coaches for tomorrow, Monday 11 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h10 | 5:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h10 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h05 | 19:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h05 | 20:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
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Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Bee Network from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)You can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with National Express, Megabus, Bee Network for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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