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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Farnworth
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
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.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Farnworth, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
20:090h16Manchester20:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes- 23:200h16Manchester23:36Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
- 20:090h16Manchester20:25Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
- 23:200h16Manchester23:36Farnworth£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Farnworth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Farnworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 13 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Farnworth take longer:
Coach takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (16m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £3 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.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Farnworth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Farnworth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Farnworth trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Farnworth from £4. 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 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Farnworth
Most Manchester to Farnworth trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Moses Gate station pair, with some services arriving at Farnworth. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Farnworth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Farnworth 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.
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 Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Farnworth station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Moses Gate from Farnworth city centre
Moses Gate train station facilities and services
Moses Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moses Gate: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moses Gate: 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.
Getting to Farnworth from Farnworth city centre
Farnworth train station facilities and services
Farnworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farnworth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnworth: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnworth: 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.
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