The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Elsecar
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 39 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Elsecar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Elsecar will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Elsecar, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
7:131h39Manchester8:52Elsecar£321One-way0 changes
7:131h39Manchester8:52Elsecar£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Elsecar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Elsecar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 9m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Elsecar train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Elsecar trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:13 Manchester | 1h39 | 8:52 Elsecar | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Elsecar by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Elsecar
Trains from Manchester to Elsecar run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Elsecar trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Elsecar from £14. 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 Elsecar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Elsecar 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 Elsecar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Elsecar
Most Manchester to Elsecar trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Elsecar station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Elsecar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Elsecar leave from?
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 Elsecar station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Elsecar from Elsecar city centre
Elsecar train station facilities and services
Elsecar 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 Elsecar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elsecar: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Elsecar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elsecar: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. There are ramps down to both platforms from the road bridge. Level Access is also available to platform 2 from the car park, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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