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Astley Hall Museum
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Adlington
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 27 Sept
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
28 m
Trains on 27 Sept
1
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Adlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Adlington will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Sun 27 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Adlington, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 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.
19:070h28Manchester19:35Adlington£81One-way0 changes
- 19:070h28Manchester19:35Adlington£81One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Adlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Adlington and enjoy the approximately 28 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:52.
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 28 km |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Trains Limited from Manchester to Adlington trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Adlington. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
26m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Adlington
Things to do in Adlington
Discover the best of Adlington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Adlington trip today.
- Recommended
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
A hands-on heritage museum interpreting life in a preserved Lancashire mill town with period streets, workshops, and historic machinery.
Chorley Heritage Centre
A volunteer-run museum at Chorley’s market, presenting objects, photographs, and stories connected with the town and surrounding villages.
- Must visit
Rivington Country Park
A broad country park on the edge of Adlington with reservoirs, woodland paths, birdlife, and scenic walks at the foot of Winter Hill.
- Recommended
Leeds and Liverpool Canal Towpath
A popular waterside walking route through Adlington, ideal for gentle strolls, cycling, and watching boats along historic canal infrastructure.
- Recommended
Georges Lane
A moorland road and walking area above the town, known for wide views over Lancashire and access to upland paths near Winter Hill.
- Vegetarian
Lancashire Oatcake
A savoury oatcake from nearby Lancashire, often filled with cheese or bacon. It is a long-standing North West breakfast and snack staple.
- Vegetarian
Eccles Cake
A moist fruit cake traditionally baked in Lancashire with currants and spice. It is closely linked to local home baking and regional tea tables.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A classic hotpot of lamb or mutton, onions and sliced potatoes. It is one of Lancashire’s best-known traditional comfort dishes.
Bayleaf Lounge
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in an informal setting.
The Spinners at Cow Green
Traditional village pub serving British favourites and drinks in a relaxed, local atmosphere near Adlington.
The Canal Turn
Well-known pub and dining venue beside the canal, serving hearty British meals and drinks in a scenic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Adlington is usually cheaper than major cities for hotels and dining, while local buses and rail are reasonably priced for day trips.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is typical for good service. Round up for taxis; café tipping is optional.
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Prices
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- Day pass
- £6
To the city centre
Adlington (Lancs) -> Manchester Victoria, Manchester
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Adlington (Lancs) station is managed by Northern; local bus day tickets on Lancashire-supported services are £6.
- Contactless Tap and Go is available on participating Lancashire bus operators, with daily capping to the adult day ticket price.
FAQs: Manchester to Adlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Adlington 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 Adlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Manchester to Adlington is 28 km.
The first train from Manchester to Adlington leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Manchester to Adlington departs at 23:52.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Adlington.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Adlington. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Adlington.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Adlington is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Adlington (Lancs) (ADL).
Booking trains from Manchester to Adlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Adlington offers pleasant views of the Greater Manchester countryside, featuring rolling hills and green landscapes, providing a refreshing and charming travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Adlington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Adlington
Most Manchester to Adlington trains use the Manchester Airport to Adlington (Lancs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Adlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Adlington
Which Manchester station do trains to Adlington leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Adlington leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
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.
Which Adlington station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Adlington arrive at Adlington (Lancs). Adlington (Lancs) is from Adlington city centre.
Adlington (Lancs)Adlington station, Railway Road, Adlington, Lancashire, PR6 9RS+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Adlington (Lancs) from Adlington city centre
Bus127 · 1m · £8 · every ~2 min
125R · 1m
Adlington (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Adlington (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Adlington (Lancs).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Adlington (Lancs): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Bolton/Manchester platform: step free access from Railway Road down steep 50 metre ramp with handrail. Preston platform: level access from station front, access also from Railway Road down 21 steps to station front, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Please contact Customer Relations 0800 200 6060, 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.
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