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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 12 trains that leave Glasgow for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.
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G8988912:403h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way1 change- C01365+
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C2180613:384h30Glasgow Central (GLC)18:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way2 changes - W8491513:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£351One-way0 changes
- W33903+C03158+C043578:004h08Glasgow Central (GLC)12:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£361One-way2 changes
- W849039:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)12:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£421One-way0 changes
- W8491513:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£351One-way0 changes
- W849039:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)12:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£421One-way0 changes
- W34063+G8988912:403h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way1 change
- W34039+G898698:383h37Glasgow Central (GLC)12:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£681One-way1 change
- W33889+G8967313:333h38Glasgow Central (GLC)17:11Manchester Airport (MIA)£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 306 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£50 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £182 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33138+G89872 | On time 11:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 15:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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| W33903+W84901 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h44 | 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W33903+C03158+C04357 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h08 | 12:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| W34039+G89869 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W84903 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33970+G89885 | 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C01362+W84907 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h04 | 13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 16:12. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 3:22 |
Last train 16:12 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £18. 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 to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Glasgow to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Glasgow Central to Deansgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
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