The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlbury to Manchester
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlbury to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlbury to Manchester will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charlbury 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 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.


Live departures
Charlbury to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlbury to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:13 Charlbury | 3h16 | 13:29 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlbury to Manchester
Trains from Charlbury to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 20:17 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_great_western from Charlbury to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Charlbury and Manchester from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Charlbury to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlbury 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Charlbury and Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:20 Saturday 06:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to both platforms with Platform 1 accessed via a ramp bridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station building/car park
- 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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