The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) 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 Earlestown station (ERL) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Earlestown station (ERL) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) trains for today, Monday 23 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 10:21 Earlestown station (ERL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h23 | 18:20 Earlestown station (ERL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:57, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 22m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 08:57 |
Last train 21:58 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Earlestown station (ERL) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Northern Rail (3)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Earlestown station (ERL) 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 Earlestown station (ERL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Earlestown station (ERL)
- 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 06:00 - 00:00 Sunday 08:30 - 00:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, This station has a ramp to Platform 1 (for some trains towards Mancester). There is level access to Platform 5 (for trains towards Chester) from a separate entrance. We are sorry but there is no step-free access to Platforms 2/3/4 (for trains towards Liverpool, Warrington and Manchester)
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Railway Street opposite the railway pub
