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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Clitheroe
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 15 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Clitheroe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Clitheroe will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Clitheroe, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
7:451h15Manchester9:00Clitheroe£31One-way0 changes- 8:451h15Manchester10:00Clitheroe£61One-way0 changes
- 8:451h15Manchester10:00Clitheroe£61One-way0 changes
- 7:451h15Manchester9:00Clitheroe£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Clitheroe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Clitheroe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 44 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Clitheroe take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 30m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Clitheroe train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Clitheroe trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 Manchester | 1h15 | 9:00 Clitheroe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 Manchester | 1h15 | 10:00 Clitheroe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Clitheroe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Clitheroe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Clitheroe trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Clitheroe from £3. 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 Clitheroe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Clitheroe
Most Manchester to Clitheroe trains use the Manchester Victoria to Clitheroe station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Clitheroe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Clitheroe leave from?
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.
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 Clitheroe station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Clitheroe from Clitheroe city centre
Clitheroe train station facilities and services
Clitheroe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clitheroe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clitheroe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clitheroe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clitheroe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Manchester platform: Level access via gate from station front. Hellifield platform: step free access via gentle slope from Kirkmoor Road and Gas House Lane, 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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