The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX) 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 Wrexham General (WRX) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Wrexham General (WRX) 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 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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 Wrexham General (WRX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h48 | 13:36 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 16:48. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 16:48 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Wrexham General (WRX) from £9. 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 Wrexham General (WRX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Wrexham General (WRX) 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 Wrexham General (WRX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Wrexham General (WRX)
- 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 - Friday 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts.
- 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
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station car park
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