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P2416515:383h35Glasgow Central (GLC)19:13Deansgate (DGT)£161One-way1 change- W33460+P2415613:353h38Glasgow Central (GLC)17:13Deansgate (DGT)£191One-way1 change
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C0437613:423h55Glasgow Central (GLC)17:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£221One-way1 change - W33771+C0439115:573h40Glasgow Central (GLC)19:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£221One-way1 change
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G3853414:344h16Glasgow Central (GLC)18:50Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£241One-way1 change
- W33446+G8988912:403h12Glasgow Central (GLC)15:52Deansgate (DGT)£851One-way1 change
- W33467+G8988710:403h12Glasgow Central (GLC)13:52Deansgate (DGT)£851One-way1 change
W8491413:093h13Glasgow Central (GLC)16:22Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£501One-way0 changes- W849049:093h13Glasgow Central (GLC)12:22Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£601One-way0 changes
- W848987:093h13Glasgow Central (GLC)10:22Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Manchester
The cheapest option from Glasgow to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 295 km
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Live departures
Glasgow to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Manchester trains for today, Friday 10 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) | 3h17 | 20:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34195+G89875 | On time 17:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h21 | 20:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W34259+G89390 | On time 18:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h12 | 21:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W34259+G89849 | On time 18:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 22:09 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W34026+W84877 | On time 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h15 | 23:21 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W34026+G89856 | On time 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h33 | 23:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W34026+W84935 | On time 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h03 | 0:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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| W33754+G89879 | 4:26 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h25 | 7:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W84894 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h31 | 8:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33545+G89881 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h19 | 8:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33649+L89250 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h45 | 9:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W33649+G89114 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 9:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W33548+G89882 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 9:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W84898 | 7:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h13 | 10:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84898+G89836 | 7:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 10:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33694+G89883 | 7:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h16 | 10:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33776+W84900 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 11:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W33776+G89843 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 11:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33472+G89870 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h14 | 11:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W84904 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h13 | 12:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84904+G89850 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 12:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33452+G89885 | 9:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h15 | 12:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| C01363+G89857 | 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h57 | 13:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| C01363+W84906 | 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h40 | 13:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| C01363+C04364 | 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h55 | 13:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| C01363+G89122 | 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h36 | 13:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
 G01156+G15833+ C14746 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h34 | 15:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 changes | |
| W33398+C14746+G89124 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h33 | 14:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 changes | |
| W33467+P24181 | 10:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h33 | 14:13 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33467+G89887 | 10:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h12 | 13:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33467+G89124 | 10:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 14:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W84910 | 11:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h15 | 14:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84910+G89863 | 11:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h32 | 14:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33704+G89871 | 11:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h16 | 14:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33427+G89867 | 11:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h43 | 15:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33427+W84913 | 11:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h26 | 15:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W33596+L87925+G89131 | 12:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h18 | 16:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 changes | |
| W84886 · W84913 | 12:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h14 | 15:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W84886+G89867 | 12:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h31 | 15:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33446+L89273 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h53 | 16:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W33446+G89131 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 16:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W33446+P24185 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h33 | 16:13 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33446+G89889 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h12 | 15:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W84914 | 13:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h13 | 16:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84914+G89819 | 13:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 16:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| L87714+W33687+G89873 | 13:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h39 | 17:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 2 changes | |
| W33460+P24156 | 13:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 17:13 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33460+G89893 | 13:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 16:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| C01366+G89134 | 13:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 17:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C01366+G89823 | 13:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h57 | 17:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| C01366+W84919 | 13:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h40 | 17:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| C01366+C04376 | 13:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h55 | 17:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W33762+G89136+L87957 | 14:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h18 | 18:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 changes | |
| W33687+W84717 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h33 | 18:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| W33687+G89136 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h44 | 18:18 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| W33687+G89873 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h18 | 17:52 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
| W33687+G38534 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h16 | 18:50 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Manchester
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Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Glasgow to Manchester, including 1 direct trains, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Lowest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Glasgow to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Manchester
Most Glasgow to Manchester trains use the Glasgow Central to Deansgate station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Manchester 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 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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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