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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Malvern
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 40 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Malvern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Malvern will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Malvern, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
9:032h40Manchester11:43Malvern£381One-way0 changes
- 9:032h40Manchester11:43Malvern£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Malvern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Malvern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 156 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Malvern:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Malvern costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Malvern take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 3m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (2h 30m by train vs 3h 29m by car). Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £31 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 Malvern train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Malvern trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:03 Manchester | 2h40 | 11:43 Malvern | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Malvern
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Malvern run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Malvern trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Malvern from £17. 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 Malvern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Malvern 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 Malvern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Malvern
Most Manchester to Malvern trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Malvern Link station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Malvern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Malvern 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 Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: 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.
Which Malvern station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Malvern Link from Malvern city centre
Malvern Link is 5 km from Malvern city centre. Public transport options include:
Malvern Link train station facilities and services
Malvern Link has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Malvern Link.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Malvern Link. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malvern Link: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Malvern Link: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malvern Link: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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