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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 28 Oct
£0
Average ticket price on 28 Oct
-£0
Fastest journey on 28 Oct
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 28 Oct
1 h 41 m
Trains on 28 Oct
34
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbrook to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Bilbrook to Manchester you need to make at least one change.










Trains from Bilbrook to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 22:03 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Bilbrook to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:16 Bilbrook | 1h43 | 7:59 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:16 Bilbrook | 2h55 | 9:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:52 Bilbrook | 1h37 | 8:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:07 Bilbrook | 1h52 | 8:59 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 9:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:05 Bilbrook | 1h54 | 9:59 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:05 Bilbrook | 2h06 | 10:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 10:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 11:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 11:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 12:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 12:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 13:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 13:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 14:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 14:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 15:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 15:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 16:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 16:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 17:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 17:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:05 Bilbrook | 2h06 | 18:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 18:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 19:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:04 Bilbrook | 2h08 | 20:12 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 20:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:04 Bilbrook | 2h07 | 21:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:47 Bilbrook | 1h42 | 21:29 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:04 Bilbrook | 2h15 | 22:19 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:47 Bilbrook | 1h43 | 22:30 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:04 Bilbrook | 2h31 | 23:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:47 Bilbrook | 1h43 | 23:30 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
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A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
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Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Most Bilbrook to Manchester trains use the Bilbrook to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbrook and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bilbrook has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bilbrook.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Bilbrook: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbrook: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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