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Flintshire Museum Service
Small local museum focused on Flint’s social and industrial past, with displays on town life, crafts and community heritage.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Flint
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Flint and enjoy the approximately 65 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:45.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 65 km |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Flint trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Flint.
The train distance from Manchester to Flint is 65 km.
The first train from Manchester to Flint leaves at 4:48.
The last train from Manchester to Flint departs at 23:45.
Complete guide to Flint
Things to do in Flint
Discover the best of Flint — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Flint trip today.
- Recommended
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park Museum
Heritage venue in Greenfield with exhibitions on local industry, religion and daily life, set within a larger historic park near Flint.
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St Winefride's Well and Shrine Visitor Centre
Working mill museum and visitor site showing traditional flour milling and the area’s industrial story. A rewarding trip close to Flint.
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Flint Castle Walk
Waterside path and open green space beside the Dee, popular for walks, views and easy access to Flint Castle.
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Wales Coast Path, Flint
Coastal path section with estuary views, birdlife and a peaceful walking route linking Flint with the wider Wales Coast Path network.
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Wepre Park
Large country park nearby with woodland paths, reservoirs and broad views. Popular for walking, picnics and a break from the town centre.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Cakes
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled fruit-studded cakes, eaten warm with butter or sugar. A classic teatime treat across North Wales.
- Vegetarian
Bara Brith
Bara brith is a rich Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and spice, traditionally served sliced with butter.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth of lamb or beef with potatoes, leeks and root vegetables, long valued as a hearty farmhouse meal.
Sofra Turkish Restaurant
Established Flint restaurant serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, grilled meats and meze in a modern setting.
Raj Balti
Indian restaurant known locally for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
The Yard
Traditional pub in Flint serving hearty British meals and drinks in a relaxed local setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Meals and cafés are fairly priced, while accommodation and rail travel can raise overall visitor costs compared with similar small towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Plan your visit to Flint
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Flint.
The train journey from Manchester to Flint offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque Cheshire countryside, with views of towns and open fields.
FAQs: Manchester to Flint train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Flint 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 Flint, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Manchester to Flint in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Manchester to Flint.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Flint
Most Manchester to Flint trains use the Manchester Airport to Flint station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Flint train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Flint
Which Manchester station do trains to Flint leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Flint leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
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.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
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.
East DidsburyWilmslow Road, East Didsbury, Manchester M20 5WZ, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950
City-centre transport
Getting to East Didsbury from Manchester city centre
East Didsbury is 8 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport · 9m · £3 · every ~4 min
Bus50 · 30m · £2 · every ~19 min
42A, 42, 142, 42B, 42C · 39m · £2 · every ~45 min
TramPink Line · 31m · £4 · every ~26 min
East Didsbury train station facilities and services
East Didsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Didsbury, The Gateway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Didsbury. Information desks are located near the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at East Didsbury.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Didsbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Didsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Didsbury: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Manchester Didsbury, Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury, Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel.
Which Flint station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Flint arrive at Flint. Flint is 1 km from Flint city centre.
FlintFlint station, Market Square, Flint, Flintshire, CH6 5PG+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Flint from Flint city centre
Onward travel informationNearest bus stop on Chester street
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesWait at the bus stop outside McDonalds (towards Rhyl) and outside The Ship pub (towards Chester) both on Holywell Road
Flint train station facilities and services
Flint has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Flint.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Flint.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flint. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flint: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Flint: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flint: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1/B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails from Corporation Street. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a ramp from the station car park. A footbridge with steps connects both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Manchester to Flint
Check train stations information for Manchester and Flint, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Flint is Manchester Airport, and it arrives at Flint.
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