The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Farnworth
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Farnworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Farnworth will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Farnworth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.
22:400h51Manchester23:31Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
20:090h16Manchester20:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
19:090h16Manchester19:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
19:090h16Manchester19:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
20:090h16Manchester20:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
22:400h51Manchester23:31Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Farnworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Farnworth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:09 Manchester | 0h16 | 19:25 Farnworth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:09 Manchester | 0h16 | 20:25 Farnworth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:40 Manchester | 0h51 | 23:31 Farnworth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Farnworth
Trains from Manchester to Farnworth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 16m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Manchester to Farnworth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Farnworth 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 Farnworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Farnworth
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms fully accessible.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or near this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Market Street, outside Betfred for services towards Bolton. No service towards Manchester
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - access onto both platforms is via a ramp, access between platforms is via Bolton Road
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- 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: No
- Onward travel information: On Bolton Road for buses to Eccles or Bolton. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses operate from outside the Four Ways Hotel on Bolton Road
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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