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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Glasgow to Manchester from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
$29
tomorrow
$29
Sunday
$29
Monday
$29
Tuesday
$29
Wednesday
$29
Thursday
$29

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $49
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $30
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $44
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $49
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $32
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $40
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 8:50 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 0m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $29
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 4:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34
FlixBus 5h 0m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 3:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $41
National Express 5h 10m 8:40 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 1:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $59

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Glasgow to Manchester is $29 on 8/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Glasgow and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Glasgow to Manchester. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Glasgow and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 18 buses from Glasgow to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Manchester, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Glasgow to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Glasgow to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus $29
Fastest Bus 4h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:40 PM
Latest Bus 11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 183.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Glasgow to Manchester

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Glasgow for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$29
Saturday 07/25
$29
Sunday 07/26
$29
Monday 07/27
$29
Tuesday 07/28
$29
Wednesday 07/29
$29
Thursday 07/30
$29
Friday 07/31
$37
Saturday 08/01
$34
Sunday 08/02
$30
Monday 08/03
$29
Tuesday 08/04
$29
Wednesday 08/05
$29
Thursday 08/06
$29
Friday 08/07
$29
Saturday 08/08
$29
Sunday 08/09
$34
Monday 08/10
$29
Tuesday 08/11
$29
Wednesday 08/12
$34
Thursday 08/13
$29
Friday 08/14
$29
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $29, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Glasgow to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $29.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Manchester, with $29. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Glasgow to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Glasgow to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Glasgow to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Glasgow to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Glasgow to Manchester from our users.

FlixBus from Glasgow to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Glasgow to Manchester:

Cheapest Price $29
Fastest Bus 4h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:40 PM
Last Bus 10:40 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 7/11/2026

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Glasgow - Manchester

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All bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Glasgow and Manchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Glasgow to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Glasgow to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Glasgow to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Glasgow to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Glasgow to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Glasgow to Manchester bus

How much does a Glasgow Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $29 and takes 4h 0m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Glasgow to Manchester?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $29 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Glasgow to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Glasgow to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Glasgow to Manchester take?

The fastest bus from Glasgow to Manchester is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $29. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Glasgow to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Glasgow starts at 10:40 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Glasgow to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Glasgow for Manchester starts at 11:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Glasgow Manchester route?

When traveling by bus from Glasgow to Manchester, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Glasgow and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Glasgow to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Glasgow Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Glasgow Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Glasgow to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Glasgow to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Glasgow and to Manchester

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