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Find the best prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AU$ 21.36
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AU$ 31.39
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AU$ 21.26
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AU$ 31.39
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AU$ 31.39
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AU$ 29.06
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AU$ 16.71
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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 16.71, with average prices for this route around AU$ 32.64. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:24
3h 30m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
12:54
Glasgow Central
TransPennine Express
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09:55
3h 30m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
13:25
Glasgow Central
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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10:26
3h 44m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
14:10
Glasgow Central
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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11:25
3h 19m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
14:44
Glasgow Central
TransPennine Express
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11:38
3h 29m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
15:07
Glasgow Central
East Midlands RailwayNorthernAvanti West Coast
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12:26
3h 40m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
16:06
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TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow train route details

First train
First train
09:24
Last train
Last train
20:26
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow
Journey time
Journey time
3h 14m
Distance
Distance
296 km
Price
Price
AU$ 16.71*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow, 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%

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow train ticket types

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