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C2158418:403h48Glasgow Central (GLC)22:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£411One-way1 change
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C031588:003h49Glasgow Central (GLC)11:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way2 changes
W848934:523h35Glasgow Central (GLC)8:27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way0 changes
W8487317:073h21Glasgow Central (GLC)20:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way0 changes
W84884 · W849017:453h41Glasgow Central (GLC)11:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
W848997:113h15Glasgow Central (GLC)10:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way0 changes
W8490811:103h16Glasgow Central (GLC)14:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way0 changes
W849039:093h17Glasgow Central (GLC)12:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1371One-way0 changes
W8491513:093h17Glasgow Central (GLC)16:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way0 changes
W8492215:083h18Glasgow Central (GLC)18:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
The cheapest option from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly is train, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 295 km
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Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W84873 | On time 17:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h21 | 20:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34195+ G89875 | On time 17:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h28 | 20:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34259+ G89849 | On time 18:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 22:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C15009+ C01960+ G15883 | On time 18:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 10h04 | 4:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C15009+ C01960+ G15937 | 18:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 9h01 | 3:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87787+ C02056+ C24831 | 19:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h38 | 1:38 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
L88276+ C01960+ G15883 | On time 19:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 9h44 | 4:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84270+ C01960+ G15937 · TP398100 | 19:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 8h36 | 3:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
W34026+ W84877 | On time 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h19 | 23:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34026+ P28821 · G89859 | On time 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h35 | 0:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33939+ G89878 | 4:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 7:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84893 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 8:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34029+ G89881 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h25 | 8:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34271+ W84896 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 9:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34181+ G89882 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 9:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84899 | 7:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h15 | 10:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84230+ G08186+ C24708 | 7:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h24 | 13:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34028+ G89883 | 7:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 10:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84884 · W84901 | 7:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33903+ W84901 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h26 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33903+ L89256+ C03158 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h49 | 11:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33903+ L89256 · G89843 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h45 | 11:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33903+ C04357 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 11:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34039+ G89869 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 11:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84903 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 12:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84903+ C31902+ G15839+ C01959 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h28 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
W33970+ G89885 | 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 12:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C01362+ W84907 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h46 | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C01362+ L89262 · G89857 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h05 | 13:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
L88242+ C02029+ C24605 | 10:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h47 | 15:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84218+ G80061+ C24726 | 10:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h22 | 16:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84218+ G80061+ G01186+ C21593 | 10:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h20 | 16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G01154+ C24726+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ W69011 | 10:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h15 | 16:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
W33973+ G89887 | 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 13:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84908 | 11:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h16 | 14:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84247+ G80067+ C24732 | 11:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h22 | 17:39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84247+ G80067+ W29937+ C21809 | 11:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h18 | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
W34172+ G89871 | 11:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 14:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34160+ C04368 | 11:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h45 | 15:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84888+ G89867 | 12:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 15:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
L88250+ C02014+ C03182 | 12:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h40 | 17:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34063+ G89889 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h18 | 15:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84915 | 13:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 16:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33889+ G89673 | 13:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 16:53 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C01365+ C21806 | 13:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h03 | 17:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C01365+ W84918 | 13:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h48 | 17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34050+ W84719 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 18:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34050+ G89873 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h24 | 17:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84922 | 15:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h18 | 18:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34020+ G89895 | 15:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 18:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33999+ W84923 | 15:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 19:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34200+ G89834 | 16:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 20:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly, including 1 direct trains, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Lowest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 20:06 |
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Glasgow Central to Deansgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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