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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kents Bank to Manchester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 31 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
89 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kents Bank to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kents Bank to Manchester will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Kents Bank to Manchester, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
11:221h28Kents Bank12:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes- 12:171h33Kents Bank13:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes
- 14:181h32Kents Bank15:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes
- 11:221h28Kents Bank12:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes
- 14:181h32Kents Bank15:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes
- 12:171h33Kents Bank13:50Manchester£131One-way0 changes
Live departures
Kents Bank to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Kents Bank to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:22 Kents Bank | 1h28 | 12:50 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:17 Kents Bank | 1h33 | 13:50 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:18 Kents Bank | 1h32 | 15:50 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kents Bank to Manchester
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Take a train from Kents Bank to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 89 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:59.
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 89 km |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 21:59 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
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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 Trains Limited from Kents Bank to Manchester trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Kents Bank and Manchester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
10 a day
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Things to do in Manchester
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- Must visit
Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
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Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
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Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
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Albert Square
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
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Oldham Street
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
Rag Pudding
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
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Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
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Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
mana
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £6.10
To the city centre
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- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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FAQs: Kents Bank to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kents Bank 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 train distance from Kents Bank to Manchester is 89 km.
The first train from Kents Bank to Manchester leaves at 5:08.
The last train from Kents Bank to Manchester departs at 21:59.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kents Bank to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kents Bank and Manchester. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
To travel from Kents Bank to Manchester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Kents Bank to Manchester.
The train station in Kents Bank that goes to Manchester is Kents Bank station (KBK), and it arrives at Deansgate (DGT).
Booking trains from Kents Bank 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 Kents Bank to Manchester offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of the Cumbrian countryside before reaching the urban areas closer to Manchester.
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 Kents Bank to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kents Bank and Manchester
Most Kents Bank to Manchester trains use the Kents Bank to Manchester Oxford Road station pair, with some services arriving at Deansgate. Use this guide to compare Kents Bank and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Kents Bank
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Which Kents Bank station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Trains from Kents Bank to Manchester leave from Kents Bank. The station is from Kents Bank city centre at Kents Bank station, Kentsford Road, Kents Bank, Cumbria, LA11 7BG.
Kents BankKents Bank station, Kentsford Road, Kents Bank, Cumbria, LA11 7BG
City-centre transport
Getting to Kents Bank from Kents Bank city centre
Bus926 · 13h 57m · £297
926 · 14h 12m · £297
Kents Bank train station facilities and services
Kents Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kents Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kents Bank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Lancaster Platform: Step free access from Kentsford Road down gently sloping path onto platform. Barrow platform is reached via Lancaster platform down platform end ramp, cross tracks by means of foot crossing with tactile surface then up platform end ramp onto platform. Care must be taken when using the crossing. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, 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 Manchester station do trains from Kents Bank arrive at?
Trains from Kents Bank to Manchester most often arrive at Deansgate. Some services arrive at Manchester Oxford Road, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
DeansgateDeansgate station, Whitworth Street West, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LG
City-centre transport
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Corkickle, Manchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness, Manchester Airport - Windermere, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Preston, Stockport - Blackpool North · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus33, 255, 30 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1 · 1h 6m
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line · 6m · £2 · every ~38 min
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: 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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
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