The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Rishton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Rishton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Rishton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Rishton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.






Live departures
Manchester to Rishton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rishton trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:53 Manchester | 2h03 | 12:56 Rishton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 06:55 Manchester | 2h02 | 08:57 Rishton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:08 Manchester | 3h25 | 11:33 Rishton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:45 Manchester | 2h48 | 11:33 Rishton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Rishton
Trains from Manchester to Rishton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Manchester to Rishton trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Rishton from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Manchester to Rishton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Rishton 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 Rishton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Rishton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access to Colne Platform: up a 15 metre ramp from Station Close. Preston platform : from Station Close up a 15 metre ramp to Colne platform, up 22 steps across footbridge and down 24 steps handrails present. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: New Pickup Point – Bus stops at the junction of Blackburn Road and Station Road. Station side for services towards Blackburn, opposite side for services towards Accrington.
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