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Compare train for Eccles to Gatley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eccles to Gatley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.11. The journey takes 27m versus 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eccles to Gatley
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Trains from Eccles to Gatley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 26m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 23:13 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Eccles to Gatley trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Eccles and Gatley from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Eccles to Gatley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eccles to Gatley 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 Gatley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eccles and Gatley
Most Eccles to Gatley trains use the Patricroft to Gatley station pair. Use this guide to compare Eccles and Gatley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eccles station do trains to Gatley leave from?
Getting to Patricroft from Eccles city centre
Patricroft is 1 km from Eccles city centre. Public transport options include:
Patricroft train station facilities and services
Patricroft has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Patricroft.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Patricroft: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Patricroft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Patricroft: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Green Lane access through an underpass (17 paces) and up 38 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Liverpool : From Green Lane, up 40 steps onto the platform, 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 Gatley station do trains from Eccles arrive at?
Getting to Gatley from Gatley city centre
Gatley train station facilities and services
Gatley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gatley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gatley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gatley: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gatley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - To Manchester : From Cambridge Road, along a ramp (89 paces, 1:10 slope) onto the platform. To Manchester Airport :From the car park, along a ramp (80 paces, 1:10 slope) onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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