The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:57 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h45 | 7:42 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h47 | 8:36 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 10:02 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h48 | 11:21 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 11:59 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 03:57 |
Last train 10:21 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) start from as low as $23 (€19) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $41 (€34) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- 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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