The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Southall
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Southall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Southall will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Southall 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 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Southall
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Southall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 253 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£108 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Southall train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Southall 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 Manchester | 4h13 | 16:38 Southall | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Manchester | 4h13 | 22:38 Southall | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 07:26 Manchester | 4h12 | 11:38 Southall | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:47 Manchester | 4h51 | 12:38 Southall | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:27 Manchester | 4h11 | 12:38 Southall | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Southall
Trains from Manchester to Southall run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 02:09 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Southall trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester and Southall from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
East Midlands Trains
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Manchester to Southall train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Southall
- 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
- 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 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male toilets are located on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barriers.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Paddington: Bus Stop N on Railway Bridge. Towards Slough: Bus Stop O next to Station Building Click here for map
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