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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow, starting from BHD 5.060 and averaging BHD 8.190. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 11m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Aug 22
    From BHD 5.390
  • Sat, Aug 23
    From BHD 5.490
  • Sun, Aug 24
    From BHD 5.060
  • Mon, Aug 25
    From BHD 7.300
  • Tue, Aug 26
    From BHD 7.880
  • Wed, Aug 27
    From BHD 5.570
  • Thu, Aug 28
    From BHD 5.420
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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15:50
Manchester Piccadilly
19:18
Glasgow Central
3h 28m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:50
Manchester Piccadilly
20:01
Glasgow Central
3h 11m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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17:21
Manchester Piccadilly
20:39
Glasgow Central
3h 18m, DirectTransPennine Express
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17:34
Manchester Piccadilly
21:06
Glasgow Central
3h 32m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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17:50
Manchester Piccadilly
21:12
Glasgow Central
3h 22m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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18:50
Manchester Piccadilly
22:08
Paris
3h 18m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
20:34
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow
Journey time
Journey time
3h 11m
Distance
Distance
296 km
Price
Price
BHD 5.060*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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.

Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow 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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