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W851709:043h36Manchester Airport (MIA)12:40Glasgow Central (GLC)£471One-way0 changes- W85177 · W8517910:044h35Manchester Airport (MIA)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£601One-way1 change
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G890628:293h32Manchester Airport (MIA)12:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£681One-way1 change- W34254+G890459:293h38Manchester Airport (MIA)13:07Glasgow Central (GLC)£791One-way1 change
- W33912+G8904710:293h33Manchester Airport (MIA)14:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£891One-way1 change
- W34177+G890628:293h32Manchester Airport (MIA)12:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£681One-way1 change
- W33912+G8904710:293h33Manchester Airport (MIA)14:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£891One-way1 change
- W851709:043h36Manchester Airport (MIA)12:40Glasgow Central (GLC)£471One-way0 changes
- W34254+G890459:293h38Manchester Airport (MIA)13:07Glasgow Central (GLC)£791One-way1 change
- W85177 · W8517910:044h35Manchester Airport (MIA)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£601One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Airport to Glasgow
The cheapest option from Manchester Airport to Glasgow is coach, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Glasgow among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 306 km
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£46 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest option | £190 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Manchester Airport to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W34177+G89062 | 8:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h32 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W85170 | 9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h36 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34254+G89045 | 9:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h38 | 13:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W85177 · W85179 | 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h35 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33912+G89047 | 10:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h33 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Glasgow.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Glasgow
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Manchester Airport to Glasgow, including 2 direct trains, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 17:44. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 17:44 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Glasgow trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Glasgow 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: Manchester Airport to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Glasgow
Most Manchester Airport to Glasgow trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Glasgow 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 Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre 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 Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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