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Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Glasgow

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Glasgow from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$29
Saturday
$29
Sunday
$30
Monday
$29
Tuesday
$29
Wednesday
$29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 0m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $50
National Express 5h 20m 3:25 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:45 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 0m 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $33
FlixBus 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $41
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $59
National Express 5h 5m 3:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus 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 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $49
FlixBus 5h 0m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $49
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $59
National Express 5h 5m 3:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus 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 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $50
National Express 5h 5m 3:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus 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 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $50
National Express 5h 5m 3:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus 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 4h 5m 2:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 6:15 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 4:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 9:10 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 5:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 10:20 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 5h 10m 1:35 AM Manchester Coach Station 6:45 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $47
National Express 5h 5m 3:10 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station  Economy $59

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Glasgow

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Glasgow are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Manchester to Glasgow. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Manchester and Glasgow.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 buses from Manchester to Glasgow, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Glasgow, with 12 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/24/2026 costs just $29, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Glasgow

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Manchester to Glasgow in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus $29
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 1:35 AM
Latest Bus 5:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 183.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Glasgow

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester for Glasgow: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 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
$29
Friday 07/24
$30
Saturday 07/25
$29
Sunday 07/26
$32
Monday 07/27
$29
Tuesday 07/28
$29
Wednesday 07/29
$29
Thursday 07/30
$29
Friday 07/31
$30
Saturday 08/01
$29
Sunday 08/02
$41
Monday 08/03
$31
Tuesday 08/04
$29
Wednesday 08/05
$47
Thursday 08/06
$29
Friday 08/07
$29
Saturday 08/08
$29
Sunday 08/09
$29
Monday 08/10
$29
Tuesday 08/11
$29
Wednesday 08/12
$47
Thursday 08/13
$29
Friday 08/14
$29
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Glasgow

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

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Glasgow

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 Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow, 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 Manchester to Glasgow are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Glasgow

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

FlixBus from Manchester to Glasgow

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $29
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 2:10 AM
Last Bus 5:20 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 7/12/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Glasgow

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

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 Manchester to Glasgow? Compare all modes of transports from Manchester to Glasgow.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Glasgow

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Glasgow bus

How much does a Manchester Glasgow 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 5m to reach Glasgow. Compare offers to save money!

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

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 Glasgow.

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

Every day, the Manchester to Glasgow bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Manchester to Glasgow is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 5m. 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 Manchester to Glasgow?

The earliest bus arriving in Glasgow from Manchester starts at 1:35 AM. 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 Manchester to Glasgow?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for Glasgow starts at 5:20 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 Manchester Glasgow route?

When traveling by bus from Manchester to Glasgow, 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 Manchester and Glasgow?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester Glasgow 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 Manchester Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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