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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 4 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 295 km
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3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h18 | 10:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h56 | 12:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:50 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h36 | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:26, the last at 09:50. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 03:26 |
Last train 09:50 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £14. 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)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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