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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alnwick to Manchester
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alnwick to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alnwick to Manchester will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alnwick for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Alnwick to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alnwick to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 218 km
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Live departures
Alnwick to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Alnwick to Manchester trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 18:34 Alnwick | 4h04 | 22:38 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alnwick to Manchester
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Trains from Alnwick to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry from Alnwick to Manchester trainsLNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Alnwick and Manchester from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alnwick to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alnwick to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Alnwick and Manchester
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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