The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 12 Sept
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
6:532h08Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:01Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)£201One-way0 changes
6:532h08Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:01Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 1m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89059 | On time 19:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h00 | 21:53 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
![]() | 6:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h08 | 9:01 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 08:53. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 8:53 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) 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 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF)
Most Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) trains use the Manchester Airport to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Barrow-in-Furness from Barrow-in-Furness city centre
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness train station facilities and services
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
