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Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from QAR 164.80 and averaging QAR 80.26. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 15m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Jul 4
    From QAR 380.39
  • Sat, Jul 5
    From QAR 164.80
  • Sun, Jul 6
    From QAR 267.87
  • Mon, Jul 7
    From QAR 207.62
  • Tue, Jul 8
    From QAR 207.62
  • Wed, Jul 9
    From QAR 188.20
  • Thu, Jul 10
    From QAR 188.20
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:28
Glasgow Central
07:58
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 30m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastNorthern
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04:52
Glasgow Central
08:27
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 35m, DirectTransPennine Express
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05:33
Glasgow Central
08:58
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 25m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastNorthern
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05:48
Glasgow Central
09:26
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 38m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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06:29
Glasgow Central
09:58
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 29m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastNorthern
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07:11
Glasgow Central
10:26
Paris
3h 15m, DirectTransPennine Express
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Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
22:14
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3h 15m
Distance
Distance
296 km
Price
Price
QAR 164.80*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.