The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD)
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) 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 Birchwood station (BWD) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Birchwood station (BWD) 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 20 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.




Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h25 | 18:11 Birchwood station (BWD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 06:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h23 | 07:09 Birchwood station (BWD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 15:10 Birchwood station (BWD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 23m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 06:46 |
Last train 17:46 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Birchwood station (BWD) from £1. 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 Birchwood station (BWD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birchwood station (BWD) 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 Birchwood station (BWD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Birchwood station (BWD)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 08:10 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bike shed by bus stop, platform 1 by footbridge, platform 2 by footbridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services call outside the station entrance.
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