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Kendal Museum
Local museum in Kendal covering archaeology, social history and the town’s industrial and artistic heritage.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Oxenholme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Oxenholme will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 4 trains from Manchester to Oxenholme, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.

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Trains from Manchester to Oxenholme run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Oxenholme.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Oxenholme trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85168 | 8:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h08 | 9:32 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89062 | 8:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h23 | 10:19 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85170 | 9:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h11 | 10:35 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89045+ W34254 | 9:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h14 | 11:10 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 1 change | |
W85177 | 10:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h04 | 11:28 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89047+ W33941 | On time 10:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h25 | 12:21 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 1 change | |
W85179 | 11:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h08 | 12:32 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89071 | 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h36 | 13:32 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89071+ W33935 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h27 | 13:23 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 1 change | |
W85182 | 12:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h05 | 13:29 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89593+ W34016 | 12:39 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h30 | 14:09 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 1 change | |
W85188 | 13:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h10 | 14:34 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85191 | 14:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h08 | 15:32 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89067 | 14:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h35 | 16:31 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89067+ W34007 | 14:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h13 | 16:09 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 1 change | |
W85196 | 15:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h09 | 16:33 Oxenholme Lake District (OXN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Local museum in Kendal covering archaeology, social history and the town’s industrial and artistic heritage.
Arts centre with changing exhibitions, cinema and performances in a historic mill complex on the River Kent.
House museum devoted to Arts and Crafts designer William Morris and his circle, set at Sizergh’s entrance.
Prominent hilltop viewpoint above Kendal with short walks, open moorland and wide views across the South Lakes.
Riverside park and walking area in Kendal with open lawns, play spaces and an easy route into the town centre.
Green walking area and fellside route near Kendal, popular for fresh air, views and quieter local paths.
Cumberland sausage is a long, coiled pork sausage seasoned with pepper and herbs, closely associated with Cumbria and a staple of local pub menus.
Kendal mint cake is a famous local sugar confection from nearby Kendal, prized by walkers and climbers for quick energy and strong peppermint flavour.
Grasmere gingerbread is a distinctive spiced Lakeland bake, somewhere between biscuit and cake, long linked with the Lake District tradition.
Well-known Kendal restaurant focused on seasonal British cooking with a polished but approachable dining room.
Popular Kendal brewery taproom and kitchen known for craft beer, burgers and relaxed social atmosphere.
Smart, established dining room at Castle Green Hotel offering modern British dishes in a calm hotel setting near Kendal.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation can be pricey in the Lake District, but dining and local transport are usually manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Oxenholme 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 Oxenholme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Oxenholme trains use the Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Oxenholme train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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 options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Oxenholme Lake District has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxenholme Lake District.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxenholme Lake District.
Ticket office support is available at Oxenholme Lake District. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxenholme Lake District: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxenholme Lake District: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxenholme Lake District: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Access to platforms 2 (for Northbound services towards Edinburgh and Glasgow Central) & 3 (to and from Windermere) is via a steep ramp and station subway. Staff are available to assist at all times whilst trains are running, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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