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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC)
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Warrington Central (WAC) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.
Y2497808:440h28
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)09:12Warrington Central (WAC)
£41One-way
0 changes
C4354811:130h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:32Warrington Central (WAC)
£61One-way
0 changes
L0868710:430h28
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:11Warrington Central (WAC)
£81One-way
0 changes
L3655410:150h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:34Warrington Central (WAC)
£91One-way
0 changes
C4353609:100h20
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)09:30Warrington Central (WAC)
£111One-way
0 changes
Y1243011:410h17
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:58Warrington Central (WAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
C4354811:130h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:32Warrington Central (WAC)
£61One-way
0 changes
L3655410:150h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:34Warrington Central (WAC)
£91One-way
0 changes
C4353609:100h20
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)09:30Warrington Central (WAC)
£111One-way
0 changes
Y2497808:440h28
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)09:12Warrington Central (WAC)
£41One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 25 km
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:25
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C43522 | On time 06:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 06:35 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L09993 | On time 06:32 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h36 | 07:08 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L07178 | On time 06:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h30 | 07:16 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L36548 | On time 07:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 07:35 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y12429 | On time 07:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h17 | 07:58 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L10002 | On time 07:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h30 | 08:16 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 19m.
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 25 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 22:28 |
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, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Warrington Central (WAC) from £2. 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
25m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
£12
TransPennine Express frequency
2 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
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£7
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
£22
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
£16
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Warrington Central is feasible. The journey takes just 19m, covering a distance of 25 km. Trains run frequently, with 5 services per day.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Warrington Central offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery, with views of Manchester's architecture giving way to greenery and residential areas as you approach Warrington.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Warrington Central (WAC). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales.
The train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 25 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 4:46.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) departs at 22:28.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train, costing approximately £2.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC) run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC).
There is no night train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Warrington Central (WAC).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Warrington Central (WAC)
Manchester
Warrington
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Warrington.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Warrington is Warrington Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Central for your journey to Warrington from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
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