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Red House Museum
A local museum in Oakwell Hall’s estate exploring the area’s social and textile history through changing displays and family-friendly interpretation.
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Batley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Batley will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 13 trains that leave Manchester for Batley every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Batley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £29.
Distance: 47 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Manchester to Batley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Batley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Batley trip today.
A local museum in Oakwell Hall’s estate exploring the area’s social and textile history through changing displays and family-friendly interpretation.
A major industrial museum in nearby Dewsbury with historic textile machinery, recreated mill spaces and hands-on insight into Yorkshire’s cloth trade.
A contemporary gallery and museum in Wakefield showing modern art, design and local collections in a striking riverside setting.
A restored country house estate with formal gardens, woodland walks and a visitor-friendly setting linked to local history and literary associations.
A popular reservoir and green space with waterside paths, birdlife and broad views, suited to gentle walks just outside Batley.
A heritage area of moorland and woodland trails around a historic estate, valued for walking, scenery and easier access from Batley by car.
A South Asian style meat curry with rich spicing, reflecting Batley’s long-standing Kashmiri and Pakistani heritage and the area’s everyday food culture.
Slow-cooked lamb biryani layered with rice and spices. A staple in local family restaurants and takeaways across Batley’s South Asian community.
A flaky, buttery flatbread often served with curry. It is a beloved side in Batley’s Asian eateries and a familiar local comfort food.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean venue serving grilled meats, kebabs and meze in a modern relaxed dining room.
Popular casual Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and generous portions in a lively, family-friendly setting.
Established local spot for South Asian sweets, snacks and light meals, with an informal atmosphere suited to quick daytime dining.
Batley is moderate for UK travel. Dining and coffee are fairly priced, but accommodation and rail fares can raise costs compared with smaller towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Batley 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 Batley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Batley trains use the Manchester Victoria to Batley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Batley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria 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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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 Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Batley is 1 km from Batley city centre. Public transport options include:
Batley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Batley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Batley: Parking.
Available at Batley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Batley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. No step free access to platform 2 (Huddersfield) as the access is via a stepped subway. Level access onto platform 1 (Leeds), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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