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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carluke to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
271 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carluke to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carluke to Manchester will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Fast trains
To travel from Carluke to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
7:013h20Carluke10:21Manchester£891One-way1 change- 9:023h19Carluke12:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 10:323h49Carluke14:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 13:023h19Carluke16:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 14:593h22Carluke18:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 9:023h19Carluke12:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 13:023h19Carluke16:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 7:013h20Carluke10:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 14:593h22Carluke18:21Manchester£891One-way1 change
- 16:593h24Carluke20:23Manchester£891One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Carluke to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carluke to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 271 km
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Carluke to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Carluke to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:01 Carluke | 3h20 | 10:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 9:02 Carluke | 3h19 | 12:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 10:32 Carluke | 3h49 | 14:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Avanti West Coast as well as Transpennine Express or ScotRail offer trains services from Carluke to Manchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carluke to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carluke to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 3h 20m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 19:56 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, ScotRail from Carluke to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, ScotRail trains will get you between Carluke and Manchester from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£17
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£52
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£89
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
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Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
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Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
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Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
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Albert Square
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Lancashire Hotpot
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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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Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
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- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £6.10
To the city centre
Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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FAQs: Carluke to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carluke 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 Carluke to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Carluke to Manchester covers a distance of 271 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Carluke to Manchester leaves at 4:55.
The train distance from Carluke to Manchester is 271 km.
The last train from Carluke to Manchester departs at 19:56.
Trains from Carluke to Manchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carluke to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carluke to Manchester.
To get from Carluke to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Carluke to Manchester.
The train station in Carluke that goes to Manchester is Carluke station (CLU), and it arrives at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The cheapest way to get from Carluke to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Carluke 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 Carluke to Manchester offers a pleasant view of the British countryside, with rolling hills and occasional glimpses of small towns and rural landscapes, though it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
A day trip from Carluke to Manchester is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 20m. Trains run 3 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 Carluke to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carluke and Manchester
Most Carluke to Manchester trains use the Carluke to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Carluke and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Carluke
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Which Carluke station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Trains from Carluke to Manchester leave from Carluke. The station is 1 km from Carluke city centre at Carluke station, Carluke, Carluke, South Lanarkshire, ML8 5AA.
CarlukeCarluke station, Carluke, Carluke, South Lanarkshire, ML8 5AA
City-centre transport
Getting to Carluke from Carluke city centre
Carluke is 1 km from Carluke city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus47A, 47 · 2m · every ~3 min
Carluke train station facilities and services
Carluke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carluke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carluke. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carluke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carluke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carluke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2, ramp to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or long route via public road Blue Badge parking bays: 7, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Carluke arrive at?
Trains from Carluke to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester Piccadilly. Some services arrive at Manchester Oxford Road, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
DeansgateDeansgate station, Whitworth Street West, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LG
City-centre transport
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Corkickle, Manchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness, Manchester Airport - Windermere, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Preston, Stockport - Blackpool North · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus33, 255, 30 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1 · 1h 6m
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line · 6m · £2 · every ~38 min
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: 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.
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