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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Saint Bees

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 26 Sept

Cheapest price on 26 Sept

£19

Average ticket price on 26 Sept

£19

Fastest journey on 26 Sept

3 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 26 Sept

3 h 45 m

Trains on 26 Sept

Distance

143 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Saint Bees is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Saint Bees will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

On Sat 26 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Saint Bees, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.

10:533h45
Manchester
14:38Saint Bees
£191One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Manchester to Saint Bees train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Saint Bees trains for tomorrow, Saturday 26 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
	10:53 Manchester	3h45	14:38 Saint Bees	0 changesdirect
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Northern Rail operates all trains services from Manchester to Saint Bees.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Saint Bees

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester to Saint Bees run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 3h 4m.

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

143 km

Average train duration

3h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

£19

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 4m

First train

4:57

Last train

20:29

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail from Manchester to Saint Bees trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Manchester and Saint Bees from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Northern Rail Duration

3h 4m

Cheapest Northern Rail Price

£19

Northern Rail frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

See refund policy for ticket types

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

FAQs: Manchester to Saint Bees train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Saint Bees 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 Saint Bees, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Saint Bees can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £48.

The train journey from Manchester to Saint Bees covers a distance of 143 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Manchester to Saint Bees is 143 km.

The first train from Manchester to Saint Bees leaves at 4:57.

The last train from Manchester to Saint Bees departs at 20:29.

Trains from Manchester to Saint Bees run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Saint Bees.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Saint Bees.

There is no night train service from Manchester to Saint Bees.

The train station in Manchester that goes to Saint Bees is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at St Bees (SBS).

Booking trains from Manchester to Saint Bees in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Manchester to Saint Bees offers scenic views, featuring the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District, rolling hills, and coastal vistas as you approach Saint Bees.

Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Saint Bees.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Saint Bees

Most Manchester to Saint Bees trains use the Manchester Airport to St Bees station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Saint Bees 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 Saint Bees

Which Manchester station do trains to Saint Bees leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Saint Bees leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR Wifi

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 · £0.90 · 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.

More about Manchester Airport

Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min

T1 · 1h 7m

Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services

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.