2,000+ travel companies
2,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Showing times and prices for 11 May
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
305 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) you need to make at least one change.
C74079+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:043h56Manchester Airport (MIA)13:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£331One-way1 change- C74091 · C74093+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street12:044h04Manchester Airport (MIA)16:08Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£351One-way2 changes
- C74087+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:043h55Manchester Airport (MIA)14:59Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£411One-way1 change
L08393+
W02435+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:293h52Manchester Airport (MIA)12:21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£451One-way2 changes- L08213+W02429+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:174h04Manchester Airport (MIA)15:21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£451One-way2 changes
- L08393+W02435+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:293h52Manchester Airport (MIA)12:21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£451One-way2 changes
- L10804+L02286+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:293h53Manchester Airport (MIA)14:22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£791One-way2 changes
- C74087+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:043h55Manchester Airport (MIA)14:59Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£411One-way1 change
- C74079+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:043h56Manchester Airport (MIA)13:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£331One-way1 change
- L10897+L02285+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:293h56Manchester Airport (MIA)13:25Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£621One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 305 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:07 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h09 | 22:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 11 May | |||||
 | 7:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h31 | 10:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h57 | 12:01 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| 9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h36 | 12:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h58 | 14:02 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| 11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h35 | 14:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Mon
11 May
11 May
Tue
12 May
12 May
Wed
13 May
13 May
Thu
14 May
14 May
Fri
15 May
15 May
Sat
16 May
16 May
Sun
17 May
17 May
Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express as well as London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 3h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
£32
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£21
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£152
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£86
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) covers a distance of 305 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is 305 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) departs at 22:46.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Glasgow Queen Street offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As the train travels north, passengers can enjoy the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of southern Scotland, making parts of the journey quite scenic.
A day trip from Manchester Airport to Glasgow Queen Street is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 40m. However, there are 8 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Manchester
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your journey to Glasgow from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- 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
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular trains to and from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular train connections to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
