What is the best way to travel from Glasgow to Manchester?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Manchester from Glasgow. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Glasgow?
You can get to Manchester with just £11 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 50m013:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station18:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Ryanair6h 40m016:10Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:50Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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British Airways4h 25m007:30Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:55Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Ryanair5h 25m016:10Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport21:35Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses today
Cheapest Flights today
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Ryanair15h 40m007:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport23:25Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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Ryanair26h 15m007:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport10:00Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Ryanair3h 30m007:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:15Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses tomorrow
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FlixBus5h 50m013:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station18:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Ryanair7h 20m011:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport18:45Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)14h 50m016:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport07:35Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer7h 35m006:30Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 50m013:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station18:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Avanti West Coast3h 34m005:48GlasgowCentral Station09:22ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Ryanair12h 45m010:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport23:10Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline4h 5m007:10Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:15Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)14h 50m016:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport07:35Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 50m013:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station18:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Ryanair4h 25m007:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:50Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline3h 5m008:35Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:40Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer6h 5m007:55Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:00Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 50m013:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station18:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Avanti West Coast3h 34m005:48GlasgowCentral Station09:22ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Ryanair14h 40m007:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline2h 55m019:50Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:45Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)14h 50m016:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport07:35Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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EasyJet Airline3h 40m018:15Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport21:55Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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British Airways3h 30m018:35Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)14h 50m016:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport07:35Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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What are the fastest trips from Glasgow to Manchester?
You can get to Manchester from Glasgow in just 2h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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EasyJet Airline3h 20m006:50Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport10:10Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline3h 25m006:50Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport10:15Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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Ryanair3h 50m016:10Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport20:00Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Fastest Flights today
Fastest Buses today
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Ryanair3h 30m007:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:15Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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Eastern Air Lines (2011)3h 50m012:00Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport15:50Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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Ryanair3h 55m019:30Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport23:25Liverpool AirportLiverpool Airport0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Fastest Flights tomorrow
Fastest Buses tomorrow
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus3h 55m021:35GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Ryanair7h 20m011:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport18:45Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer7h 35m006:30Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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British Airways11h 30m009:45Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport21:15Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
Fastest Buses Monday
Fastest Flights Monday
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Avanti West Coast3h 34m005:48GlasgowCentral Station09:22ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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megabus3h 55m021:35GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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EasyJet Airline4h 5m007:10Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:15Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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British Airways5h 5m008:55Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:00Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer6h 5m007:55Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:00Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Fastest Flights Tuesday
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EasyJet Airline3h 5m008:35Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:40Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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Ryanair4h 25m007:25Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport11:50Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer6h 5m007:55Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport14:00Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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megabus3h 55m021:35GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Fastest Flights Wednesday
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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EasyJet Airline2h 55m019:50Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:45Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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British Airways3h 40m012:40Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport16:20Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer6h 0m007:55Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport13:55Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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Avanti West Coast3h 34m005:48GlasgowCentral Station09:22ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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megabus3h 55m021:35GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station01:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus5h 0m010:30GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station15:30ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus5h 5m011:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station16:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Fastest Flights Thursday
Fastest Trains Thursday
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British Airways3h 30m018:35Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline3h 40m018:15Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport21:55Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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BA CityFlyer5h 50m016:15Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport22:05Manchester AirportManchester Airport0Economy
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TransPennine Express3h 31m004:52GlasgowCentral Station08:23ManchesterOxford Road Station0Economy
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FlixBus3h 55m022:40GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station02:35ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 0m009:00GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station13:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 5m008:05GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station12:10ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Fastest Flights Friday
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester
What are the most popular stations in Glasgow and Manchester?
In Glasgow, you will usually depart from Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station or Queen Street Station, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Glasgow? With 12 connections between 5 Bus, Train, Flight and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Glasgow and Manchester, you can pay as low as £11 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 2h 55m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Glasgow and Manchester are megabus, FlixBus and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Glasgow and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopbriggs or to Salford, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Glasgow to Manchester?
The most popular companies between Glasgow and Manchester, are megabus, FlixBus and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: megabus, FlixBus and National Express
Train companies: TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast
Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), British Airways and 4 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Glasgow to Manchester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Glasgow to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Glasgow to Manchester
How can I reach Manchester from Glasgow?
Every day, there are on average 12 connections between Bus, Train, Flight and Car, with which you can get to Manchester from Glasgow.
How far is Manchester from Glasgow?
The distance between Glasgow and Manchester is 294.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Glasgow and Manchester?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Glasgow to Manchester?
You can get to Manchester with just £11 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 2h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.
More routes to Glasgow and to Manchester
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Glasgow and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Glasgow
- Aberdeen to Glasgow
- Belfast to Glasgow
- Birmingham to Glasgow
- Blackpool to Glasgow
- Bristol Airport to Glasgow
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- Cambridge to Glasgow
- Cardiff to Glasgow
- Carlisle to Glasgow
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- Edinburgh to Glasgow
- Hull to Glasgow
- Inverness to Glasgow
- Lancaster to Glasgow
- Leeds to Glasgow
- Liverpool to Glasgow
- London to Glasgow
- Manchester to Glasgow
- Mansfield to Glasgow
- Middlesbrough to Glasgow
- Milton Keynes to Glasgow
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow
- Sheffield to Glasgow
- Southampton to Glasgow
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- Bedford to Manchester
- Birmingham Airport to Manchester
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- Hull to Manchester
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- London Stansted Airport to Manchester
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- Luton Airport to Manchester
- Luxembourg City to Manchester
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