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The cheapest and fastest trains from Croston to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 14 May
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
41 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croston to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croston to Manchester will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
To travel from Croston to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
7:011h10Croston8:11Manchester£141One-way1 change- 8:011h10Croston9:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 9:011h10Croston10:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 10:011h10Croston11:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 11:011h10Croston12:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 22:011h05Croston23:06Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 7:011h10Croston8:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 8:011h10Croston9:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 9:011h10Croston10:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
- 10:011h10Croston11:11Manchester£141One-way1 change
Live departures
Croston to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Croston to Manchester trains for today, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:01 Croston | 1h05 | 23:06 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 23:25 Croston | 6h46 | 6:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| Thursday 14 May | |||||
| 7:01 Croston | 1h10 | 8:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 8:01 Croston | 1h10 | 9:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 9:01 Croston | 1h10 | 10:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 10:01 Croston | 1h10 | 11:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 11:01 Croston | 1h10 | 12:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 12:01 Croston | 1h10 | 13:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 13:01 Croston | 1h10 | 14:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 14:01 Croston | 1h10 | 15:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 15:01 Croston | 1h10 | 16:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 16:01 Croston | 1h20 | 17:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 17:01 Croston | 1h10 | 18:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 18:01 Croston | 1h11 | 19:12 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 19:01 Croston | 1h10 | 20:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 20:01 Croston | 1h10 | 21:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 21:01 Croston | 1h10 | 22:11 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Croston to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Croston to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 5m.
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 41 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 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: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Croston to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Croston and Manchester from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
25m
Cheapest Price
£18
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
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
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Croston to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croston 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 Croston to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Croston to Manchester covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Croston to Manchester is 41 km.
The first train from Croston to Manchester leaves at 4:48.
The last train from Croston to Manchester departs at 23:25.
Trains from Croston to Manchester run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Croston to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Croston to Manchester.
To travel from Croston to Manchester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Croston to Manchester.
The train station in Croston that goes to Manchester is Croston station (CSO), and it arrives at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The cheapest way to get from Croston to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Croston 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 Croston to Manchester offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside of Lancashire, showcasing fields and woodlands before approaching the urban landscape of Manchester.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Croston to Manchester. The journey takes 1h 5m and covers 41 km, with 6 trains 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 Croston to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Croston and Manchester
Croston
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Croston is Croston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Croston for your trip from Croston to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
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 A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Step free access from Station Road to station entrance with slight rise leading to platform through 1 metre wide gate or down a 10 metre ramp with handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Croston
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the Station Car Park.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your journey to Manchester from Croston.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- 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
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.
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