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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Swinton
Cheapest price on 26 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 26 Oct
£6
Fastest journey on 26 Oct
7 m
Average journey duration on 26 Oct
7 m
Trains on 26 Oct
21
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Swinton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Swinton will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Mon 26 Oct, we found 21 trains from Manchester to Swinton, including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.
5:570h08Manchester6:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes- 6:570h08Manchester7:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 7:570h08Manchester8:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 8:570h08Manchester9:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 9:570h08Manchester10:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 21:580h07Manchester22:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 23:320h07Manchester23:39Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 23:330h07Manchester23:40Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 5:570h08Manchester6:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
- 6:570h08Manchester7:05Eccles (manchester)£51One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Swinton
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Take a train from Manchester to Swinton and enjoy the approximately 8 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:57.
Distance 8 km |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Swinton trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Swinton.
Live departures
Manchester to Swinton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Swinton trains for today, Sunday 25 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:25 Manchester | 0h08 | 20:33 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:25 Manchester | 0h08 | 22:33 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 26 October | |||||
| 5:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 6:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 7:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 8:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 9:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 10:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 11:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:57 Manchester | 0h09 | 12:06 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:57 Manchester | 0h09 | 13:06 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 14:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 15:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:57 Manchester | 0h08 | 16:05 Eccles (manchester) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Swinton trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Swinton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Swinton
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Manchester to Swinton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Swinton 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 Swinton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Swinton
Most Manchester to Swinton trains use the Manchester Victoria to Swinton (Manchester) station pair, with some services arriving at Moorside. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Swinton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Swinton leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Swinton station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Swinton (Manchester) from Swinton city centre
Swinton (Manchester) train station facilities and services
Swinton (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swinton (Manchester).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swinton (Manchester).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swinton (Manchester): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swinton (Manchester): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swinton (Manchester): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - From Station Road, through the ticket office and down 31 steps onto the platform. Trains for Manchester leave on the left, trains for Wigan leave on the right, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moorside from Swinton city centre
Moorside train station facilities and services
Moorside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorside.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorside: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorside: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Up 1 small step into the ticket hall and down 34 steps onto the island platform. Trains to Manchester leave from the right, trains to Wigan leave from the left, 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.
Train stations for Manchester to Swinton
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