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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
5 h 56 m
Buses on 24 Sept
4
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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 4 buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.
0:355h10Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£431One-way0 changes
22:308h25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:55Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£461One-way0 changes- 15:105h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)20:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£501One-way0 changes
- 14:105h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£501One-way0 changes
- 15:105h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)20:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£501One-way0 changes
- 14:105h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£501One-way0 changes
- 0:355h10Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£431One-way0 changes
- 22:308h25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:55Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £380.
Distance: 295 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £380 Average Price | £81 Average Price | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £81.
A coach is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £380.
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Coach takes on average 7h 21m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £45. The journey takes 7h 21m versus 3h 31m 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 National Express.
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
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 today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h05 | 20:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 15h45 | 8:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
| 0:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h10 | 5:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
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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 2 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 00:35. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 0:35 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus 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, FlixBus for as low as £35. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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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