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Trains from Manchester Stations to Glasgow Stations

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23

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

3hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 00:24

first / last train

4

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Glasgow Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations , with 4 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Glasgow Stations is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 48 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Glasgow Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:57
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    08:22
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Glasgow Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    3 hrs 10 mins Direct
    10:35
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Glasgow Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    12:39
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Glasgow Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:04
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:02
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:39
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:00
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:17
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    16:03
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    16:39
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Glasgow Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    18:00
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:56
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:17
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:56
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:39
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:56
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    21:12
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:56
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    22:08
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:56
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    23:11
    Deansgate
    Glasgow Central
    Deansgate to Glasgow Central

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Glasgow Stations Station

Station name Glasgow Stations (81)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 4 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Glasgow Stations

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Glasgow Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.