Glasgow to Manchester by bus
Travelling from Glasgow to Manchester by bus takes about 4h, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 10m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €26
- Total journey
- 4h
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 9 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Glasgow to Manchester
FlixBus4hThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Glasgow to Manchester
FlixBus runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:50 and the last at 23:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7 | 07:50 | 23:40 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €51Checked Sep 6 | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €91Reading date not recorded | 10h 28m4 transfers | See Train details |
- Flight€51Checked Sep 61h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€91Reading date not recorded10h 28m · 4 transfersSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Glasgow to Manchester by bus: common questions
How long does Glasgow to Manchester take by bus?
About 4h, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?
Omio publishes €26 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Glasgow to Manchester?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 10m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Glasgow Manchester bus
- Glasgow to Manchester by bus
- bus ticket Glasgow to Manchester
- how long is the bus from Glasgow to Manchester