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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Church Stretton
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£31
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
1 h 30 m
Trains on 12 Oct
17
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Church Stretton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Church Stretton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 17 trains from Manchester to Church Stretton, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
23:366h15Manchester5:51Church Stretton£311One-way1 change
14:301h47Manchester16:17Church Stretton£391One-way1 change- 16:302h22Manchester18:52Church Stretton£391One-way1 change
- 21:302h03Manchester23:33Church Stretton£391One-way1 change
- 22:326h15Manchester4:47Church Stretton£391One-way1 change
- 18:301h28Manchester19:58Church Stretton£401One-way0 changes
- 11:301h29Manchester12:59Church Stretton£401One-way0 changes
- 9:301h30Manchester11:00Church Stretton£401One-way0 changes
- 6:271h31Manchester7:58Church Stretton£401One-way0 changes
- 13:301h31Manchester15:01Church Stretton£401One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Church Stretton
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Take a train from Manchester to Church Stretton and enjoy the approximately 111 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:21.
Distance 111 km |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 23:21 |
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Live departures
Manchester to Church Stretton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Church Stretton trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Manchester | 1h47 | 22:17 Church Stretton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:00 Manchester | 6h51 | 5:51 Church Stretton | 1 change | |
| Monday 12 October | |||||
 | 5:11 Manchester | 1h38 | 6:49 Church Stretton | 1 change | |
| 6:27 Manchester | 1h31 | 7:58 Church Stretton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:30 Manchester | 1h33 | 9:03 Church Stretton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Train companies: Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Church Stretton trainsCross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Church Stretton. 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 Church Stretton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Church Stretton 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 Church Stretton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Church Stretton
Most Manchester to Church Stretton trains use the Manchester Airport to Church Stretton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Church Stretton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Church Stretton leave from?
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
Which Church Stretton station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Church Stretton from Church Stretton city centre
Church Stretton train station facilities and services
Church Stretton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Church Stretton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Church Stretton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Church Stretton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Church Stretton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to both platforms however access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour, 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: No.
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