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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridge of Allan to Manchester
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridge of Allan to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridge of Allan to Manchester will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bridge of Allan for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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 Bridge of Allan to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridge of Allan to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 317 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£99 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bridge of Allan to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridge of Allan to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:15 Bridge of Allan | 4h07 | 08:22 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:58 Bridge of Allan | 4h24 | 16:22 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridge of Allan to Manchester
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Trains from Bridge of Allan to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 19:56 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Bridge of Allan to Manchester trainsScotRail trains will get you between Bridge of Allan and Manchester from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridge of Allan to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridge of Allan 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 Bridge of Allan and Manchester
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Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bridge above the station on Henderson Street.
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HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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.
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
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