Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog

Showing times and prices for 31 Mar

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 40 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Blaenau-Ffestiniog 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 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.

  • Transport for Wales
    10:483h40
    Manchester
    14:28Blaenau-Ffestiniog
    £331One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog trains for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for Wales13:48 Manchester
3h35
17:23 Blaenau Ffestiniog1 change
Tuesday 31 March
transport_for_wales10:48 Manchester
3h40
14:28 Blaenau-Ffestiniog0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog

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Trains from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 3h 40m.

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
126 km
Average train duration
3h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 40m
First train
06:18
Last train
20:27
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: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Blaenau-Ffestiniog from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog 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 Blaenau-Ffestiniog, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog covers a distance of 126 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is 126 km.
The first train from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog leaves at 6:18.
The last train from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog departs at 20:27.
Trains from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog.
To travel from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), and it arrives at Blaenau Ffestiniog (BFF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is by train, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and valleys as it passes through the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia National Park.
A day trip from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 40m. However, trains run 4 times per day for this route. The distance is 126 km.
Two to three days in Blaenau-Ffestiniog allows time to explore the historic slate mines, enjoy scenic railway journeys, and hike in the surrounding Snowdonia National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Blaenau-Ffestiniog

Manchester
Blaenau-Ffestiniog
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Blaenau-Ffestiniog.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • 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)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​

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