Great Sankey to Manchester train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Sankey to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

26 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Great Sankey to Manchester will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Great Sankey for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 44 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.

Northern Rail
06:490h44
Warrington West
07:33Manchester
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail
07:500h43
Warrington West
08:33Manchester
£61One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express Service
06:360h31
Warrington West
07:07Manchester
£221One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail
06:530h44
Warrington West
07:37Manchester
£221One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
07:410h26
Warrington West
08:07Manchester
£221One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Great Sankey to Manchester train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail07:54 Great Sankey
0h39
08:33 Manchester0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
first_transpennine_express06:36 Warrington West
0h31
07:07 Manchester0 changesdirect
northern_rail06:49 Warrington West
0h44
07:33 Manchester0 changesdirect
northern_rail06:53 Warrington West
0h44
07:37 Manchester1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Great Sankey to Manchester

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Trains from Great Sankey to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
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
28 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
39m
First train
00:13
Last train
23:30
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: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Great Sankey to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Great Sankey and Manchester from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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
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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
£23
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Great Sankey to Manchester train

FAQs: Travel by train from Great Sankey 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 Great Sankey to Manchester.
FAQs
Booking trains from Great Sankey to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Great Sankey to Manchester is 28 km.
The train journey from Great Sankey to Manchester covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Great Sankey to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The first train from Great Sankey to Manchester leaves at 0:13.
The cheapest way to get from Great Sankey to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £4.
Yes, there is a direct train between Great Sankey and Manchester. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
The last train from Great Sankey to Manchester departs at 23:30.
The train station in Great Sankey that goes to Manchester is Warrington West (WAW), and it arrives at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Trains from Great Sankey to Manchester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Great Sankey to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Great Sankey to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Great Sankey to Manchester.
To travel from Great Sankey to Manchester, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Great Sankey and Manchester

Great Sankey
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Great Sankey is Sankey for Penketh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sankey for Penketh for your trip from Great Sankey to Manchester.
Sankey for PenkethParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
  • 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
Public transport options for Sankey for Penketh
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Station Rd. (Station side of road for Liverpool, opposite for Manchester).
Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:10 Sunday 08:15 - 23:35
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington West
  • Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside and to the right of the station as you exit the building.
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Allocated bus stop outside the satation

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