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Dewsbury Museum
Town museum with local history displays, art and community exhibitions inside Dewsbury Town Hall.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dewsbury will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Dewsbury every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 46 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dewsbury trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:36 Manchester | 1h08 | 10:44 Dewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:36 Manchester | 1h08 | 11:44 Dewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:35 Manchester | 1h09 | 12:44 Dewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:45 Manchester | 0h41 | 17:26 Dewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Dewsbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 41m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Dewsbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dewsbury trip today.
Town museum with local history displays, art and community exhibitions inside Dewsbury Town Hall.
Small textile museum in nearby Batley telling the story of heavy woollen production linked closely to Dewsbury.
Museum in a former mill village exploring textile heritage, machinery and workers’ lives in the wider area.
Main shopping and market street with historic buildings, everyday bustle and easy access to central attractions.
Central public park with lake, woodland walks, play areas and broad views, popular with local families.
Riverside green space with paths and sports facilities, useful for a quiet walk close to the town centre.
Dewsbury pie is a local West Yorkshire meat pie, traditionally filled with minced meat and onion and baked in pastry; it is one of the town’s best-known food associations.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast dinners across West Yorkshire; it is a staple local comfort food closely tied to Sunday lunch traditions.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup, long associated with Yorkshire and especially popular around autumn and Bonfire Night.
Popular Turkish grill restaurant known for kebabs, mixed grills and generous portions in a lively casual setting.
Established Indian restaurant serving curries, balti dishes and tandoori favourites in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish South Asian dining spot offering grilled meats, curries and modern desi dishes with a smart but approachable feel.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than in major UK cities, while dining, coffee and local transport are fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dewsbury 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 Dewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Dewsbury trains use the Manchester Victoria to Dewsbury station pair, with some services arriving at Ravensthorpe. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Dewsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dewsbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Dewsbury.
Ticket office support is available at Dewsbury.
Available at Dewsbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Dewsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 1 (trains from Manchester towards Leeds). This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 07:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the 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. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 1 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Ravensthorpe is 2 km from Dewsbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Ravensthorpe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ravensthorpe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ravensthorpe: Parking.
Available at Ravensthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ravensthorpe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as access to platform 2 (HUD) is via steps. Platform 1 (LDS) is level access, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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