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Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.40, with average prices for this route around £15.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Thu, Apr 24From £15.00
- Fri, Apr 25From £15.00
- Sat, Apr 26From £15.00
- Sun, Apr 27From £15.00
- Mon, Apr 28From £8.40
- Tue, Apr 29From £15.00
- Wed, Apr 30From £15.00
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:43 Manchester Victoria | 09:16 Glasgow Central | 3h 33m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:40 Manchester Victoria | 10:35 Glasgow Central | 3h 55m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:08 Manchester Victoria | 10:35 Glasgow Central | 3h 27m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:13 Manchester Victoria | 10:42 Glasgow Central | 3h 29m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:40 Manchester Victoria | 11:18 Glasgow Central | 3h 38m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:13 Manchester Victoria | 12:01 Paris | 3h 48m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central train route details

First train
05:43

Last train
23:14

Journey time
3h 17m

Distance
183 miles

Price
£8.40*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Victoria 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%
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 travelling from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central, 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%
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!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester Victoria to Glasgow Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.