Elsecar to Manchester train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Elsecar to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elsecar to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Elsecar to Manchester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Elsecar for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

TransPennine Express
04:351h30
Elsecar
06:05Manchester
£331One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
04:581h39
Elsecar
06:37Manchester
£331One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Elsecar to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elsecar to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 54 km

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£33

Average Price

£26

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Cheapest

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

17h 55m

Average total duration

17h 25m

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Elsecar to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express04:35 Elsecar
1h30
06:05 Manchester0 changesdirect
northern_rail04:58 Elsecar
1h39
06:37 Manchester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Elsecar to Manchester

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Trains from Elsecar to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
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 £26
Distance
54 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
00:02
Last train
22:15
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 £26

Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Elsecar to Manchester trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Elsecar and Manchester from £26. 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
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£32
TransPennine Express frequency
2 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

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£33
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£15
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Elsecar to Manchester train

FAQs: Travel by train from Elsecar to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Elsecar to Manchester.
FAQs
Booking trains from Elsecar to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Elsecar to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Elsecar to Manchester is 54 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Elsecar to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The cheapest way to get from Elsecar to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £26.
The train station in Elsecar that goes to Manchester is Elsecar station (ELR), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, you can take the train from Elsecar to Manchester.
The train journey from Elsecar to Manchester covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Elsecar to Manchester leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Elsecar to Manchester departs at 22:15.
Trains from Elsecar to Manchester run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Elsecar to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Elsecar to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Elsecar to Manchester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Elsecar and Manchester

Elsecar
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Elsecar is Elsecar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elsecar for your trip from Elsecar to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
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Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. There are ramps down to both platforms from the road bridge. Level Access is also available to platform 2 from the car park.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Elsecar
  • Onward travel information: There is a bus stop 120 yards away on King Street. Busline 0870 608 2068
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off on the railway bridge above the station.

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