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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Showing times and prices for 14 Jun
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
295 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) you need to make at least one change.
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Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:283h46Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)13:14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£501One-way1 change- W85195+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street15:303h31Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)19:01Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
- W85180+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:303h34Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)15:04Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
- W85189+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street13:313h32Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)17:03Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
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L8782823:449h54Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£811One-way3 changes
- W85195+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street15:303h31Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)19:01Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
- W85189+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street13:313h32Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)17:03Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
W33144+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+G8906611:543h33Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)15:27Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£851One-way2 changes- W85180+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:303h34Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)15:04Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£601One-way1 change
- W33315+G89068+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street14:523h34Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)18:26Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£851One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 295 km
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4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33521+G89040+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | Delayed 5:44 5:52Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h54 | 9:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85166+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 7:25 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h35 | 11:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W33542+G89552+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | Delayed 7:38 7:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h43 | 11:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W33536+G89043+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | Delayed 7:53 7:53Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h43 | 11:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G89063+W33734+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 8:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h28 | 12:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85169+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 9:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h38 | 13:02 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| G89045+W33515+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 9:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h35 | 13:28 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G89047+W33533+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 10:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h28 | 14:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85181+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 11:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h35 | 14:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| G89065+C01371+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 11:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h44 | 15:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G89065+W33379+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 11:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h27 | 15:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85183 · W85187+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 12:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h42 | 16:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G89049+W33738+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 12:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h31 | 16:24 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85190+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 13:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h40 | 17:04 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| G89051+W33773+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 13:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h28 | 17:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G89067+W33793+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 14:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h28 | 18:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85194+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 15:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h35 | 18:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| G89053+W33395+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 15:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h36 | 19:29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85204 | On time 17:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h14 | 20:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89554+W33543 | On time 17:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h28 | 21:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33796+G89069 | Delayed 17:53 17:53Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h29 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85207+ Y14782+L88596 | On time 18:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h40 | 22:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| G89058+W33717 | On time 18:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h18 | 22:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G89059+W33709 | On time 19:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h20 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 06:25. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 30m.
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 £36
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 6:25 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 £36
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£82
TransPennine Express frequency
8 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£80
Northern Trains Limited frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) covers a distance of 295 km and takes approximately 3h 30m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is 295 km.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) departs at 6:25.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is by coach, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road to Glasgow Queen Street is considered scenic, offering views of the rolling hills of the English countryside, picturesque towns, and glimpses of the Lake District, especially as the route approaches Scotland.
A day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow Queen Street is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 30m. Trains run 9 times per day covering a distance of 295 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Manchester
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information 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
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