The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Chirk
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £12
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £14
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 59 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h 5 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Chirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Chirk will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Manchester to Chirk, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.

9:48 2h08 Manchester 11:56 Chirk £12 1 One-way 0 changes
8:48 2h08 Manchester 10:56 Chirk £14 1 One-way 0 changes
7:48 1h59 Manchester 9:47 Chirk £16 1 One-way 0 changes

7:48 1h59 Manchester 9:47 Chirk £16 1 One-way 0 changes
9:48 2h08 Manchester 11:56 Chirk £12 1 One-way 0 changes
8:48 2h08 Manchester 10:56 Chirk £14 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Chirk
Trains from Manchester to Chirk run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Chirk trip
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Live departures
Manchester to Chirk train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Chirk trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:48 Manchester | 1h59 | 9:47 Chirk | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Manchester | 2h08 | 10:56 Chirk | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Manchester | 2h08 | 11:56 Chirk | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail from Manchester to Chirk trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester and Chirk from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Chirk
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FAQs: Manchester to Chirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Chirk 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 Chirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Chirk
Most Manchester to Chirk trains use the Manchester Victoria to Chirk station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Chirk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Chirk leave from?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria 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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Chirk station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Chirk from Chirk city centre
Chirk train station facilities and services
Chirk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chirk.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chirk: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chirk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chirk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to both platforms via a ramped footbridge from the station car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Manchester to Chirk
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