4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Glasgow will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Glasgow every day 4 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 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 295 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Glasgow coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 | On time 15:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 20:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h00 | 21:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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| NX181 | 01:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 06:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h05 | 06:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Glasgow
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Buses from Manchester to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Manchester to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Glasgow with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Manchester to Glasgow
National Express offer two services daily from Manchester Bus and Coach Station to Glasgow Bus Station. The first coach departs from Manchester at 10:15 a.m. and the second coach leaves at 1:25 p.m. The service is direct and the journey takes approximately four hours and thirty minutes.
What is the departure and arrival station for buses from Manchester to Glasgow?
Departure Station: Manchester Bus and Coach Station Manchester Bus and Coach Station is located on Chorlton Street in central Manchester. Piccadilly Train Station is a five-minute walk from Chorlton Street, however, taxis are available from the bus station and from Piccadilly Gardens. Piccadilly Bus Station, serving local routes, is also a five-minute walk from the bus station.
Arrival Station: Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Glasgow Bus Station is situated on Buchanan Street in central Glasgow. The bus station also serves local routes and a bus to Glasgow Airport is available at stand 46. Taxis are also available from the bus station.
Taking the Bus from Manchester
National Express buses depart from the Manchester Coach Station, centrally located close to the Piccadilly Gardens Interchange which provides bus and tram stops for travel to all areas of the city, including night buses. Piccadilly mainline railway station is a 5-minute walk away. Megabus services depart from the Shudehill Interchange, close to the Northern Quarter and Victoria Station, served by its own Metrolink stop and bus routes throughout the city.
Getting into Glasgow by Bus
Scotland's largest city, Glasgow has enjoyed a modern makeover but retains some imposing architectural vestiges of its Victorian heyday. It's a city that offers the elegant Kelvingrove Museum in the West End and the chic shopping outlets of the Merchant City, along with its distinctive nightlife. Buses from Manchester to Glasgow arrive at the Buchanan Bus Station on the east side of the city centre, close to Queen Street railway station. City buses, including some night bus services, depart from nearby Renfield Street. There is a 24 hour taxi rank outside the station on Cowcaddens Road.
FAQs: Manchester to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Glasgow 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, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Glasgow
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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