The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Alcester
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Alcester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Alcester will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Alcester 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 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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 coach and train for Manchester to Alcester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Alcester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£53 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Alcester train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Alcester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:25 Manchester | 2h56 | 12:21 Alcester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Alcester by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Alcester
Trains from Manchester to Alcester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 20:03 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Manchester to Alcester trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester and Alcester from £10. 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 to Alcester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Alcester 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 Alcester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Alcester
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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