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Glasgow Central to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Glasgow Central to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 38.22, with average prices for this route around QAR 79.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
From QAR 40.69
الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
From QAR 76.44
الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
From QAR 40.69
الخميس, 4 سبتمبر
From QAR 76.44
الجمعة, 5 سبتمبر
From QAR 38.22
السبت, 6 سبتمبر
From QAR 63.37
الأحد, 7 سبتمبر
From QAR 38.47

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
13:33 Glasgow Central	16:47 Deansgate	3 hours 14 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
13:36 Glasgow Central	17:09 Manchester Victoria	3 hours 33 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:34 Glasgow Central	17:51 Deansgate	3 hours 17 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
15:08 Glasgow Central	18:22 Manchester Oxford Road	3 hours 14 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
15:38 Glasgow Central	18:52 Deansgate	3 hours 14 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
15:57 Glasgow Central	19:18 Paris	3 hours 21 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:22

Last train

20:06

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3 hours 11 minutes

Distance

296 km

Price

QAR 38.22*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow Central to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Glasgow Central to Manchester, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow Central to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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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Trains from Glasgow Central to Manchester from QAR 38.22

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