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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Birchwood
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
23 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Birchwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Birchwood will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Fast trains
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 3 trains from Manchester to Birchwood, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
7:460h22Manchester8:08Birchwood£21One-way0 changes- 6:460h23Manchester7:09Birchwood£21One-way0 changes
- 12:460h24Manchester13:10Birchwood£41One-way0 changes
- 7:460h22Manchester8:08Birchwood£21One-way0 changes
- 6:460h23Manchester7:09Birchwood£21One-way0 changes
- 12:460h24Manchester13:10Birchwood£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Birchwood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Birchwood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Birchwood is a train with an average price of £6.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Birchwood is by train with an average journey time of 21m.
Yes, you can take a train between Manchester and Birchwood.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (21m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Birchwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Birchwood trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:46 Manchester | 0h23 | 7:09 Birchwood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:46 Manchester | 0h22 | 8:08 Birchwood | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:46 Manchester | 0h24 | 13:10 Birchwood | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Birchwood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Birchwood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 13m.
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 20 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:34 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Birchwood trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Birchwood from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
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 Northern Rail Duration
24m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£4
Northern Rail frequency
3 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 Transpennine Express Duration
13m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£9
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 Railway
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
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
13m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£9
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 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
Complete guide to Birchwood
Things to do in Birchwood
Discover the best of Birchwood — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birchwood trip today.
- Recommended
RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre
Museum in a former RAF Burtonwood control tower, sharing stories of wartime aviation and the area's airfield heritage.
- Recommended
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Museum set in monastic ruins with artefacts, gardens and family-friendly interpretation of local religious and social history.
- Must visit
Risley Moss
Large country park with woodland trails, wetlands and a visitor centre, popular for walking, cycling and birdwatching.
- Recommended
Sankey Valley Park
Major urban park with gardens, play areas and broad paths around a lake, ideal for relaxed walks near central Warrington.
- Recommended
Trans Pennine Trail
Traffic-free path along the disused railway and river corridor, giving easy walking and cycling through green surroundings.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
Lancashire hotpot is a slow-cooked lamb and onion stew topped with sliced potatoes, a North West staple prized for hearty flavour and working-class roots.
- Gluten-free
Scouse
Scouse is a rich meat stew with potatoes, carrots and onions, long linked with nearby Liverpool and widely eaten across the wider North West.
- Vegetarian
Eccles Cake
Eccles cakes are flaky pastry rounds filled with currants, butter and spice. They are a classic Greater Manchester bake popular across the region.
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse Warrington
Stylish grill and bar in nearby Warrington, known for steaks, burgers and cocktails in a lively setting.
Gusto Italian
Established Italian chain at Birchwood Park known for pizza, pasta and a family-friendly atmosphere.
The Cockhedge
Popular Birchwood pub-restaurant serving grills, roasts and British comfort food in a relaxed modern setting.
British pound (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while everyday transport and cafés remain fairly typical for regional England.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Touch & Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £5.90
To the city centre
Birchwood Station -> Warrington Interchange, Warrington
- Distance
- 9 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Adult single bus fares within Warrington are £2.00 on most routes. Warrington’s Own Buses also sells an adult day ticket for £5.90.
- Warrington’s bus improvement plan says operators have introduced ticket machines with contactless card readers. Check with your operator if you are using a non-Warrington’s Own Buses service.
FAQs: Manchester to Birchwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Birchwood 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 Birchwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Birchwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Manchester to Birchwood covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Birchwood is 20 km.
The first train from Manchester to Birchwood leaves at 0:34.
The last train from Manchester to Birchwood departs at 23:51.
Trains from Manchester to Birchwood run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Birchwood.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Birchwood. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Birchwood.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Birchwood is Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), and it arrives at Birchwood station (BWD).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birchwood is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester to Birchwood 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 Birchwood passes through suburban landscapes and industrial areas, offering limited scenic views.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Birchwood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Birchwood
Most Manchester to Birchwood trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Birchwood station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Birchwood 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 Birchwood
Which Manchester station do trains to Birchwood leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Birchwood leave from Manchester Oxford Road. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU.
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.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
DeansgateDeansgate station, Whitworth Street West, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LG
City-centre transport
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Corkickle, Manchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness, Manchester Airport - Windermere, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Preston, Stockport - Blackpool North · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus33, 255, 30 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1 · 1h 6m
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line · 6m · £2 · every ~38 min
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: 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 From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Which Birchwood station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Birchwood arrive at Birchwood. Birchwood is from Birchwood city centre.
BirchwoodBirchwood station, Dewhurst Road, Birchwood, Cheshire, WA3 7PU
City-centre transport
Getting to Birchwood from Birchwood city centre
Bus25, 28 · 3m · every ~6 min
Birchwood train station facilities and services
Birchwood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birchwood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birchwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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