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The cheapest and fastest trains from Appley Bridge to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Appley Bridge to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Appley Bridge to Manchester will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Appley Bridge 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 34 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.
22:540h49Appley Bridge23:43Manchester£71One-way0 changes- 23:346h52Appley Bridge6:26Manchester£111One-way1 change
- 22:540h49Appley Bridge23:43Manchester£71One-way0 changes
- 23:346h52Appley Bridge6:26Manchester£111One-way1 change
Live departures
Appley Bridge to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Appley Bridge to Manchester trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L05455 | Delayed 16:54 17:53Appley Bridge station (APB) | 0h56 | 18:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L06350 | On time 18:26 Appley Bridge station (APB) | 0h47 | 19:13 Deansgate (DGT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L05456 | On time 18:53 Appley Bridge station (APB) | 0h56 | 19:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Appley Bridge to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Appley Bridge to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 47m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail from Appley Bridge to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Appley Bridge and Manchester from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Appley Bridge to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Appley Bridge 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Appley Bridge to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Appley Bridge to Manchester covers a distance of 34 km and takes approximately 47m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Appley Bridge to Manchester is 34 km.
The first train from Appley Bridge to Manchester leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Appley Bridge to Manchester departs at 22:55.
Trains from Appley Bridge to Manchester run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Appley Bridge to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Appley Bridge and Manchester. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
To get from Appley Bridge to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Appley Bridge to Manchester.
The train station in Appley Bridge that goes to Manchester is Appley Bridge station (APB), and it arrives at Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Appley Bridge to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Appley Bridge to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Appley Bridge to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of quaint villages, green landscapes, and glimpses of the River Douglas, before entering the bustling cityscape of Manchester.
Yes, a day trip from Appley Bridge to Manchester is feasible. The journey takes 47m and covers 34 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Appley Bridge to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Appley Bridge and Manchester
Appley Bridge
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Appley Bridge is Appley Bridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Appley Bridge for your trip from Appley Bridge to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, To Manchester : Step free access from the car park up slight incline through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Southport : Down a path (150 paces) from Appley Lane North to the right of the bridge and onto the platform. The path is level for the most part but slopes at 1:10 towards the platform. To change platforms requires 300 metre walk over footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Appley Bridge
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will pick up and drop off at the bus stops on Appley Lane North, on the bridge near to the junction with the station approach road. Pre planned operation can pick up from the station as arrangements can be made with the garage and the pub for station access.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your journey to Manchester from Appley Bridge.
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- 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.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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