Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly
Every day, up to 29 train depart from Glasgow Central and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly, with the shortest journey taking 3h 15m minutes.
Book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly
Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.
Traveling during off-peak hours
The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.