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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Llanelli
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Llanelli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Llanelli will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Llanelli every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
G38881 · G3987013:304h39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:09Llanelli station (LLE)£631One-way1 change- G38879 · G3830412:304h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:22Llanelli station (LLE)£711One-way1 change
- G38883 · G4009214:305h04Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:34Llanelli station (LLE)£731One-way1 change
- G3888113:304h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:15Llanelli station (LLE)£781One-way0 changes
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W3463113:034h53Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:56Llanelli station (LLE)£1191One-way1 change
- G38881 · G3987013:304h39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:09Llanelli station (LLE)£631One-way1 change
- G3888113:304h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:15Llanelli station (LLE)£781One-way0 changes
- G38879 · G3830412:304h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:22Llanelli station (LLE)£711One-way1 change
- W29881+W3463113:034h53Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:56Llanelli station (LLE)£1191One-way1 change
- G01149+W34635+G3830814:035h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:03Llanelli station (LLE)£1191One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Llanelli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Llanelli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 239 km
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5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Llanelli
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Trains from Manchester to Llanelli run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Llanelli trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Llanelli from £25. 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 Llanelli train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Llanelli 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 Llanelli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Llanelli
Most Manchester to Llanelli trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Llanelli station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Llanelli train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Llanelli 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 Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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.
Which Llanelli station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Llanelli from Llanelli city centre
Llanelli train station facilities and services
Llanelli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanelli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llanelli. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanelli: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanelli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanelli: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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