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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 29.58, with average prices for this route around SAR 81.51. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sat, May 31
  • Sun, Jun 1
    From SAR 75.85
  • Mon, Jun 2
    From SAR 29.58
  • Tue, Jun 3
    From SAR 39.19
  • Wed, Jun 4
    From SAR 39.19
  • Thu, Jun 5
    From SAR 51.07
  • Fri, Jun 6
    From SAR 41.72
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:57
Manchester Piccadilly
09:20
Glasgow Central
4h 23m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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06:22
Manchester Piccadilly
10:20
Glasgow Central
3h 58m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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07:21
Manchester Piccadilly
11:20
Glasgow Central
3h 59m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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07:50
Manchester Piccadilly
12:10
Glasgow Central
4h 20m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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08:21
Manchester Piccadilly
13:10
Glasgow Central
4h 49m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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08:33
Manchester Piccadilly
13:10
Paris
4h 37m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
19:21
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow Central
Journey time
Journey time
3h 58m
Distance
Distance
296 km
Price
Price
SAR 29.58*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central can result in significant cost savings.
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 Central 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central, 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.

Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central 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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