Manchester to Glasgow by train + bus
This route from Manchester to Glasgow is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 7h 04m in total, run by TransPennine Express, Local bus, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 4h 05m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainManchester → EdinburghTransPennine Express
- 2busEdinburgh Airport → Ratho Station - Westbound StopLocal bus
- 3busRatho Station - Westbound Stop → Glasgow
FlixBus
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €103 | 7h 04m | 2 transfers |
| bus | €25 | 4h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Manchester to Glasgow by train: common questions
How long does Manchester to Glasgow take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 7h 04m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Glasgow?
The best price in our latest check was €103. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Manchester to Glasgow?
TransPennine Express, Local bus, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 4h 05m. It is cheaper too, at €25.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 4
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