Manchester to Glasgow

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Manchester to Glasgow Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	RideX Taxis	Standard 3pax	Any time	+3h 30m	$389.39
Bus	National Express	Standard AC	00:33	06:45	$47.07
Bus	National Express	Standard AC	01:20	05:45	$27.75
Bus	Megabus	Standard AC	04:50	08:55	$23.99
Bus	National Express	Standard AC	07:55	15:30	$31.38
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	08:32	14:06	$328.98
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	08:55	12:54	$57.61
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	09:24	12:39	$22.44
Train	Northern Rail	Standard Premier	09:56	13:04	$374.50
Bus	National Express	Standard AC	10:15	15:30	$28.82
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	10:32	16:06	$328.98
Train	Northern Rail	Standard Premier	10:56	14:02	$529.92
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	11:19	14:44	$42.37
Train	Northern Rail	Standard Premier	11:54	15:07	$534.63
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	12:30	16:06	$206.81
Flight	TUI fly UK	Economy	13:10	23:35	$204.19
Bus	National Express	Standard AC	13:38	20:15	$40.99
Train	Northern Rail	Standard Premier	13:56	17:01	$529.92
Flight	Aer Lingus	Economy	14:20	19:40	$127.04
Train	First TransPennine Express	Standard	14:37	20:15	$219.32

When you want to get from Manchester to Glasgow, your choices are limited. There is only one option we offer for this route:

The overland distance from Manchester to Glasgow is 161 miles (259 km).
The flying distance is 161 miles (259 km).

The travel time from Manchester to Glasgow takes approximately 6 hours.

To get from Manchester to Glasgow prepare to shell out about USD 35.37 for your ticket.

Buses from Manchester to Glasgow ride 3 times a day.

While bus is the only option we offer for this route, these simple tips and recommendations will help enhance your travel experience.

Things to remember before buying your bus ticket:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

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