Dumbarton to Manchester train

Thu, 20 Nov
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Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
Deutsche Bahn
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Great Western Rail
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Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
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Compare train for Dumbarton to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumbarton 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 coach which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £73.

Distance: 312 km

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£73

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£17

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5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

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Dumbarton to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Dumbarton to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express05:09 Dumbarton
4h13
09:22 Manchester0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dumbarton to Manchester

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Trains from Dumbarton to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 4h 42m.

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
312 km
Average train duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£73
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
4h 42m
First train
04:57
Last train
19:10
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

FAQs: Dumbarton to Manchester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumbarton 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dumbarton to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £73.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
To travel from Dumbarton to Manchester, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Dumbarton to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train journey from Dumbarton to Manchester covers a distance of 312 km and takes approximately 4h 42m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Dumbarton to Manchester is 312 km.
The train station in Dumbarton that goes to Manchester is Dumbarton Central (DBC), and it arrives at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The first train from Dumbarton to Manchester leaves at 4:57.
Trains from Dumbarton to Manchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Dumbarton to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dumbarton to Manchester.
The last train from Dumbarton to Manchester departs at 19:10.
There is no night train service from Dumbarton to Manchester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dumbarton and Manchester

Dumbarton
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Dumbarton is Dalreoch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dalreoch for your trip from Dumbarton to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:24 Saturday 06:30 - 20:24 Sunday Closed
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2, connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Dalreoch
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Cardross Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:10
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Strathleven Place
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramps up to platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
  • 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
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Dumbarton Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Station Road

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