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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Cheapest
£47
Average
£70
The best way to find a cheap train 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.
Cheapest
P1290811:073h19
Glasgow Central (GLC)14:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£471One-way
0 changes
P1290209:093h17
Glasgow Central (GLC)12:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£571One-way
0 changes
C4943008:383h20
Glasgow Central (GLC)11:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
C4943209:373h21
Glasgow Central (GLC)12:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
C4465008:003h26
Glasgow Central (GLC)11:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast C44650 | 08:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h26 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Avanti West Coast C49430 | 08:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 11:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Transpennine Express P12902 | 09:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 12:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
| Avanti West Coast C49432 | 09:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h21 | 12:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Avanti West Coast C49435 | 10:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h18 | 13:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Transpennine Express P12908 | 11:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h19 | 14:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
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Train times from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Fastest Journey
3 h 17 m
Average
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
295 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
P1290209:093h17
Glasgow Central (GLC)12:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£571One-way
0 changes
C4943510:403h18
Glasgow Central (GLC)13:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
P1290811:073h19
Glasgow Central (GLC)14:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£471One-way
0 changes
C4943008:383h20
Glasgow Central (GLC)11:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
C4943209:373h21
Glasgow Central (GLC)12:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£821One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Train providers 3 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 20:08 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and ScotRail trains Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Travel between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £16 with Omio’s train partners TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and ScotRail! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
TransPennine Express from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 17 min
- Cheapest Price: £20
FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Glasgow Central (GLC) is on average 3 h 12 min for the 183 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 03: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 19: 06.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without having to change trains with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There is 1 direct train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you can take a train with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or first_transpennine_express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 06.
A trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Glasgow Central (GLC) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Glasgow
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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