Taxi Alternative Manchester <> Glasgow

The famous Armadillo building in Glasgow along the banks of the River Clyde.

Door-to-door convenience

Enjoy a smooth journey in a premium car with direct pick-up and drop-off. Skip queues, transfers, and the hassle of multiple transfers.

Your schedule, your pace

Depart when it suits you: no need to work around train, flight, or rental car times. Plus, free cancellation up until 1 hour before your ride.

Stay productive or relax

With Wi-Fi available in most cars, you can catch up on work, stream your favorite shows, or unwind in comfort while our chauffeur takes care of the road.

A man looks at his phone as he walks toward a vehicle, beside him is a chauffeur carrying luggage.

A more comfortable way to travel

There are a number of ways to travel between Manchester and Glasgow, but by far the most convenient is a chauffeured taxi alternative with Blacklane. Spend the 3 hour 45 minute travel time relaxing or catching up on a few emails in the backseat of a spacious and private premium vehicle. With direct transfer from Manchester to Glasgow, you won’t need to navigate rush hour stations, overcrowded trains, strikes, or delays. Your personal and professional chauffeur can also meet you directly at the airport with a personalised sign, making travel between Manchester Airport and Glasgow completely seamless. You can also update your pick up time free of charge up to 1 hour before meeting your chauffeur for complete flexibility when plans change at the last minute. Travel to Glasgow in style and comfort with a taxi alternative from Blacklane.

Stress‑free from start to finish

Skip airports, train stations, and rental car counters. With our long-distance chauffeur service, there are no crowds, queues, or transfers: just a private journey from one city to the next. Travel in a top‑class vehicle driven by a professional chauffeur, knowing that every ride is carbon‑neutral through verified offset programs. Wherever you’re headed, you’ll enjoy comfort and peace of mind - arriving refreshed, on time, and ready for whatever’s next.

A businessman works on his laptop in the back seat of a Blacklane car.
Man returning home with chauffeur opening the door of the vehicle.

Seamless travel across the UK

When you have to travel between England and Scotland quickly and privately, consider a premium Blacklane between Manchester and Glasgow. You can meet your chauffeur anywhere in Manchester, including the centre of town, surrounding suburbs, or at the airport. We also offer a range of vehicle types to suit all party sizes and luggage meets. Simply enjoy the journey north while we take care of everything else. Once you arrive in Glasgow, you can start enjoying the best of the Scottish capital. Why not take a couple of hours to explore the gothic Glasgow Cathedral or atmospheric cemetery, the Necropolis. Alternatively if you arrive a little thirsty, head to the Drygate Brewery for one of their 26 rotating beers on tap. From Glasgow, Blacklane’s long distance service offers other routes in Scotland, including between Glasgow and Edinburgh, and Glasgow and Ayr.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the journey from Glasgow to Manchester?

A private transfer between Glasgow and Manchester takes 3 hours 45 minutes by car. If you take the train, the journey takes 3 hours 10 minutes when there are no strikes or delays. You can travel directly, or change in Preston. 

How many miles is it from Manchester to Glasgow?

Manchester is 217 miles from Glasgow. 

Is there a train from Manchester to Glasgow?

Yes, there are trains that run between Manchester and Glasgow. According to ScotRail there are 21 direct trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Glasgow per day.

Chauffeur loads luggage into the back of a vehicle, stood before two iconic brown stone town houses.