Manchester to Glasgow by flight + bus
This route from Manchester to Glasgow is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 3h 06m in total, run by FlixBus. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €17. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €79
- Total journey
- 3h 06m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- FlixBus
Checked Sep 5 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport1h 09m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Edinburgh Airport - 2Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Airport
FlixBus57mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Manchester to Glasgow
FlixBus runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:10 and the last at 17:10.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 7 | 01:10 | 17:10 |
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
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €48Reading date not recorded | 7h 04m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 4h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€48Reading date not recorded7h 04m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€28Omio catalogue, Sep 84h 05m · directSee Bus 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 Tue, Sep 8
Manchester to Glasgow by plane: common questions
How long does Manchester to Glasgow take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 3h 06m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Manchester to Glasgow?
The best price in our latest check was €79. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Manchester to Glasgow?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €17. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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- Manchester to Glasgow by plane
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