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Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre
Interactive visitor centre for the Standedge Tunnel. Exhibits and boat experiences introduce canal history, tunnelling, and local industrial heritage.
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Marsden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Marsden run on average 9 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 26m.
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 25 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 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 Marsden trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Marsden.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Marsden can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Manchester to Marsden covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 26m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Marsden is 25 km.
The first train from Manchester to Marsden leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Manchester to Marsden departs at 23:55.
Trains from Manchester to Marsden run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Marsden. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express.
Why should you book Manchester to Marsden trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express operates all trains services from Manchester to Marsden.
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Train companies: Transpennine Express from Manchester to Marsden trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Marsden from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
26m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£10
Transpennine Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Marsden
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Marsden.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Marsden.
Complete guide to Marsden
Things to do in Marsden
Discover the best of Marsden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marsden trip today.
- Recommended
Marsden History Group Heritage Centre
A small local heritage venue in the old station goods shed, sharing stories of Marsden's rail, textile, and village past through volunteer-led displays.
- Recommended
Eureka! The National Children's Museum
This nearby children’s museum offers hands-on science and engineering displays in a mill setting, making it a strong family option from Marsden.
- Must visit
Marsden Moor Estate
A dramatic moorland landscape of reservoirs, footpaths, and big skies. It is ideal for hiking, wildlife watching, and classic South Pennines scenery.
- Must visit
Huddersfield Narrow Canal
A scenic waterside route through the village with locks, bridges, and easy walking. It is one of Marsden's most relaxing and photogenic areas.
- Recommended
Manchester Road
The village's main street mixes stone buildings, independent shops, and direct access to the canal, station, and local events in the centre.
- Gluten-free
Yorkshire Hotpot
A hearty Yorkshire stew of lamb or mutton with potatoes, onions and carrots, long baked for the Pennine climate and mill-town working families.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and peel, traditionally sliced and spread with butter. A classic West Yorkshire tea-time bake.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Curd Tart
A regional curd tart flavoured with nutmeg and dried fruit in pastry. It is a long-standing Yorkshire bakery favourite.
Crumbs
Friendly café and restaurant in the village centre known for brunch, homemade cakes and casual daytime dining.
The Riverhead Brewery Tap
Traditional village pub by the canal serving cask ales and classic British plates in a cosy, historic setting.
The Tunnel End Inn
Well-known canal-side pub with British mains, pies and drinks. Relaxed atmosphere popular with walkers and day-trippers.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for rural northern England. Pubs and cafés are fairly priced, local buses are reasonable, and accommodation is usually cheaper than major UK tourist cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually only get small change or no tip.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Marsden Railway Station -> Huddersfield Station
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Bus single fares in West Yorkshire are capped regionally; check MCard Mobile for the best-value day ticket before you travel.
- Marsden station is managed by Northern. Buy train tickets in advance online or in the official rail app, as train fares vary by time and route.
Plan your visit to Marsden
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 Marsden.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester to Marsden is considered scenic, as it traverses the picturesque Pennine countryside, offering views of rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming villages along the way.
FAQs: Manchester to Marsden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Marsden 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 Marsden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Manchester to Marsden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Marsden.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Marsden
Most Manchester to Marsden trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Marsden station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Marsden 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 Marsden
Which Manchester station do trains to Marsden leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Marsden leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
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.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £1 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
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.
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.
Which Marsden station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Marsden arrive at Marsden. Marsden is 1 km from Marsden city centre.
MarsdenMarsden station, Station Road, Marsden, West Yorkshire, HD7 6AX+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Marsden from Marsden city centre
Marsden is 1 km from Marsden city centre. Public transport options include:
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement buses pickup/drop off in the station car park, at the front of the station.
MetroWTPTE 0133 245 7676
Marsden train station facilities and services
Marsden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Marsden.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marsden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marsden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marsden: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Flight of steps to Platform 1 for trains to Huddersfield. Platform 2 is accessed only by steps. Platform 3 has step free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Train stations for Manchester to Marsden
Check train stations information for Manchester and Marsden, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Marsden is Manchester Piccadilly, and it arrives at Marsden.
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