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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Manchester to Scotland

Composite routes from Manchester to Scotland

Cheapest
5 h 8 min
Car
477 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$341.76
Plane from Ringway Airport to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$582.26

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$49.37–$164.55

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$177.21

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Manchester to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Scotland?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Scotland is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $32.61 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Scotland?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Scotland is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Glasgow. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Glasgow Central via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Scotland?

The distance between Manchester and Scotland is 356 km. The road distance is 349.7 km.

How do I travel from Manchester to Scotland without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $51.09 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Scotland?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Manchester to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Scotland bus from?

Manchester to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Scotland train from?

Manchester to Scotland train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Scotland?

The best way to get from Manchester to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $51.09 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $59.78 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Manchester to Scotland bus arrive?

Manchester to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Scotland?

It is currently 13:54 at both, Manchester and Scotland.

Where does the Manchester to Scotland train arrive?

Manchester to Scotland train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Scotland is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Manchester to Scotland.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Scotland?

Book your Manchester to Scotland train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Scotland?

Book your Manchester to Scotland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 160+ hotels available in Scotland. Prices start at $56.85 per night.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Scotland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Scotland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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