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Imperial War Museum North
Purpose-built Imperial War Museum branch exploring modern conflict through large objects and immersive galleries. Popular and easy to reach from Urmston.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Urmston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Urmston will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Urmston, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.

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Trains from Manchester to Urmston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Urmston trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P24202 | On time 21:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h10 | 21:56 Urmston station (URM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
![]() | 9:46 Manchester | 0h10 | 9:56 Urmston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Purpose-built Imperial War Museum branch exploring modern conflict through large objects and immersive galleries. Popular and easy to reach from Urmston.
Working farm attraction with heritage displays, historic buildings and family activities. A strong choice for local history and rural life near Urmston.
Major gallery on Salford Quays showing international exhibitions and modern art. Worth visiting for changing displays and waterside location.
Large landscaped park with woodland walks, sports areas and open lawns. A favourite local green space for strolling and relaxed outdoor time.
Accessible riverside and wetland area on the Mersey with boardwalks and birdlife. A peaceful spot for nature walks within easy reach of Urmston.
Well-used local park with play areas, sports facilities and mature trees. Good for a gentle walk close to Urmston town centre.
A hearty breakfast of sausage, bacon, egg, beans, tomato, mushrooms and toast. A staple across Greater Manchester and a classic local morning meal.
A soft flour bap filled with fried potato cake, often with butter or bacon. A much-loved Greater Manchester snack tied to local chip-shop and café culture.
Crisp battered white fish with chips, usually served with salt and vinegar. A defining traditional takeaway in the area and common Friday supper choice.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a smart but relaxed setting in Urmston town centre.
Established Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and classic mains in a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
Well-known casual spot serving burgers, loaded fries and comfort food in a lively, modern setting near the station.
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can rise near Manchester events and weekends.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Urmston 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 Urmston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Urmston trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Urmston station pair, with some services arriving at Chassen Road. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Urmston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: 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.
Urmston is 1 km from Urmston city centre. Public transport options include:
Urmston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Urmston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Urmston: Parking.
Available at Urmston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Urmston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Services towards Manchester : From Flixton Road, down a ramp (86 paces, average 1:15 slope) or down 20 steps to the left of the ticket office and onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool and Warrington : Level access onto the platform from the car park behind the old station building, or down 25 steps from the Station Road bridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Chassen Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Chassen Road.
Wi-Fi is available at Chassen Road.
Ticket office support is available at Chassen Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chassen Road: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Chassen Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chassen Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Access to both platforms down a ramp (69 paces, 1:14 slope) from road overbridge, 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.
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