W848944:523h35Glasgow Central (GLC)8:27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£391One-way0 changes
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central14:483h38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)18:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£421One-way1 change
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central16:503h38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)20:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£421One-way1 change
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:493h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)16:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£421One-way1 change
W848987:093h17Glasgow Central (GLC)10:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£471One-way0 changes
W848987:093h17Glasgow Central (GLC)10:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£471One-way0 changes
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G898708:383h20Glasgow Central (GLC)11:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£851One-way1 change
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G898837:353h23Glasgow Central (GLC)10:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£851One-way1 change
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G898815:333h25Glasgow Central (GLC)8:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£851One-way1 change
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W849008:003h26Glasgow Central (GLC)11:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£851One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 295 km
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4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33970+ G89885+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 8:36 9:16Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 12:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G80055+ G15839+ L87861 | Delayed 10:00 9:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h52 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C02029+ G15900 · G15839+ L87875 | Delayed 10:30 10:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h22 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
C02029+ C24605+ L87875 | Delayed 10:30 10:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h34 | 15:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34172+ G89871+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 10:36 11:16Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 14:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34160+ C04368 | On time 11:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h05 | 15:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84888+ G89867+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 11:44 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h01 | 15:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34063+ G89889 | 12:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 15:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W84915+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 12:09 12:49Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 16:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33889+ G89673+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 12:33 13:13Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h40 | 16:53 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ C01365+ W84918 | On time 13:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h08 | 17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34050+ G89873 | On time 14:14 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h44 | 17:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W84922 | 14:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 18:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34020+ G89895 | On time 15:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h40 | 18:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W33999+ W84923 | On time 15:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h49 | 19:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34200+ G89834 | On time 16:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h55 | 20:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W84873 | On time 16:47 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h41 | 20:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34195+ G89875 | On time 17:10 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h48 | 20:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C02062+ W84738+ L88013 | Delayed 17:30 17:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h54 | 23:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34259+ G89849 | On time 18:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h55 | 22:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34026+ W84877 | On time 19:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h39 | 23:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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W33754+ G89879 | 4:26 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h32 | 7:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84894 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 8:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33545+ W84664 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 9:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33545+ G89881 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h25 | 8:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33649+ W84897 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 9:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33649+ A33761+ G89114 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h01 | 9:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33548+ G89882 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 9:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84898 | 7:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 10:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33694+ G89883 | 7:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h23 | 10:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33776+ W84900 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h26 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33472+ G89870 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 11:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C01363+ W84906+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h04 | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C01363+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ C04364 | 9:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h19 | 13:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 19:46 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Glasgow Central to Deansgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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