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Glasgow Central to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester, starting from $10.47 and averaging $21.78. 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.

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Fri, Jul 11
From $17.36
Sat, Jul 12
From $10.47
Sun, Jul 13
From $20.94
Mon, Jul 14
From $10.47
Tue, Jul 15
From $11.35
Wed, Jul 16
From $11.35
Thu, Jul 17
From $11.21

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:28 Glasgow Central	07:51 Deansgate	3h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets
04:52 Glasgow Central	08:23 Manchester Oxford Road	3h 31m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:33 Glasgow Central	08:51 Deansgate	3h 18m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:48 Glasgow Central	09:09 Manchester Victoria	3h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:29 Glasgow Central	09:51 Deansgate	3h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:11 Glasgow Central	10:22 Paris	3h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:28

Last train

22:14

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 11m

Distance

184 miles

Price

$10.47*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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, 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%

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

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Glasgow Central to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow Central to Manchester 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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