Bus Tickets from Manchester to Glasgow

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TodayAug 7
from US$45
TomorrowAug 8
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SatAug 9
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SunAug 10
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MonAug 11
from US$34
TueAug 12
from US$25
WedAug 13
from US$25
ThuAug 14
from US$26

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Glasgow
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Glasgow

Bus
Average PriceUS$20 - US$162Average Duration6h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$25 - US$241Average Duration3h 18m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$21 - US$48Average Duration3h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Glasgow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$33
Average Bus Trip Duration6h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance283 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Manchester to Glasgow Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Glasgow

  1. How far is Manchester from Glasgow?

    It's about 296 km (184 miles) from Manchester to Glasgow.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Glasgow?

    Buses departing from Shudehill in Manchester will take you to Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-05
US$50
08-06
US$50
Today
US$40
08-08
US$27
08-09
US$23
08-10
US$25
08-11
US$30
08-12
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Glasgow was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Glasgow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$106 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Manchester to Glasgow.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Glasgow, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Glasgow will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Manchester to Glasgow while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Manchester to Glasgow

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Train from Manchester to Glasgow

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