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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Pwllheli
Showing times and prices for 22 Nov
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
159 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Pwllheli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Pwllheli will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Pwllheli every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 46 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.
10:305h47
Manchester16:17Pwllheli
£291One-way
0 changes
08:325h48
Manchester14:20Pwllheli
£551One-way
0 changes
12:327h46
Manchester20:18Pwllheli
£661One-way
0 changes
08:305h50
Manchester14:20Pwllheli
£671One-way
0 changes
10:397h42
Manchester18:21Pwllheli
£801One-way
0 changes
10:305h47
Manchester16:17Pwllheli
£291One-way
0 changes
08:325h48
Manchester14:20Pwllheli
£551One-way
0 changes
08:305h50
Manchester14:20Pwllheli
£671One-way
0 changes
10:397h42
Manchester18:21Pwllheli
£801One-way
0 changes
12:327h46
Manchester20:18Pwllheli
£661One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Pwllheli train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Pwllheli trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 Manchester | 5h48 | 14:18 Pwllheli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Manchester | 5h45 | 16:15 Pwllheli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 Manchester | 7h48 | 20:18 Pwllheli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Manchester | 5h43 | 23:13 Pwllheli | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Pwllheli
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Trains from Manchester to Pwllheli run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 5h 45m.
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 159 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 18:33 |
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
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Pwllheli trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Pwllheli from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
£28
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester to Pwllheli train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Pwllheli 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 Pwllheli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully enjoy Pwllheli's beautiful beaches, explore its local markets, and experience nearby attractions like Snowdonia National Park, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester to Pwllheli is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Welsh countryside, the Snowdonia National Park, and stretches along the stunning Cambrian Coastline.
A day trip from Manchester to Pwllheli is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 45m each way. However, there are 4 trains per day. The distance is 159 km.
Booking trains from Manchester to Pwllheli in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Manchester to Pwllheli is 159 km.
The train journey from Manchester to Pwllheli covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 5h 45m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Pwllheli can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The first train from Manchester to Pwllheli leaves at 5:13.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pwllheli is by train, costing approximately £34.
The last train from Manchester to Pwllheli departs at 18:33.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Pwllheli is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Pwllheli station (PWL).
Trains from Manchester to Pwllheli run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Pwllheli.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Pwllheli.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Pwllheli.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Pwllheli.
To travel from Manchester to Pwllheli, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Pwllheli
Manchester
Pwllheli
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Pwllheli.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester
information
The major train station for arrivals in Pwllheli is Pwllheli. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pwllheli for your journey to Pwllheli from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: North Quay Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from Station Square.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pwllheli
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are approximately 100 metres away in the bus station. Turn left out of the station. At the roundabout, turn l left into Pen Cob, then turn right.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point outside the station, opposite Waterfront Bar & Restaurant. Drop off point at the Waterfront Bar & Restaurant.
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