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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£41
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£70
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
3 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
3 h 35 m
Trains on 13 Oct
13
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester Airport 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 will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 13 trains from Glasgow to Manchester Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.
W8491513:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£411One-way0 changes- W849039:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)12:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
- W8490811:103h34Glasgow Central (GLC)14:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
- W84887 · W8491212:043h40Glasgow Central (GLC)15:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way1 change
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G8987111:363h39Glasgow Central (GLC)15:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£541One-way1 change
- W8490811:103h34Glasgow Central (GLC)14:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
- W849039:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)12:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
- W8491513:093h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£411One-way0 changes
- W34063+G8988912:403h35Glasgow Central (GLC)16:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£621One-way1 change
- W34039+G898698:383h37Glasgow Central (GLC)12:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£891One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 10:07. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 10:07 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Glasgow to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Manchester Airport trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33970+G89885 | On time 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C01362+W84907 | Delayed 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h04 | 13:20 13:20Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W33973+G89887 | On time 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 14:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C01365+W84918 | On time 13:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h06 | 17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W34050+G89873 | On time 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 18:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W34050+W84719+G89825 | On time 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h02 | 18:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| W84922 | On time 15:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h36 | 18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34020+G89895 | On time 15:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 19:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W34020+P24124 · G89830 | On time 15:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h58 | 19:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| W33999+W84923 | On time 15:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h47 | 19:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W33903+W84901 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h44 | 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W34039+G89869 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h37 | 12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W34039+G89847 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h58 | 12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Glasgow to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester Airport 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Manchester Airport
Most Glasgow to Manchester Airport trains use the Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Manchester Airport 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.
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