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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wem
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £20
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £36
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 4 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 6 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 16
- Distance
- 76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wem will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 16 trains from Manchester to Wem, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
23:36 6h11 Manchester 5:47 Wem £20 1 One-way 1 change
15:30 1h04 Manchester 16:34 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes17:30 1h05 Manchester 18:35 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes19:30 1h05 Manchester 20:35 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes20:30 1h11 Manchester 21:41 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes
15:30 1h04 Manchester 16:34 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes17:30 1h05 Manchester 18:35 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes19:30 1h05 Manchester 20:35 Wem £27 1 One-way 0 changes
5:11 1h08 Manchester 6:19 Wem £48 1 One-way 1 change
6:55 1h09 Manchester 8:04 Wem £70 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wem
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Wem and enjoy the approximately 76 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:53.
Distance 76 km |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Wem trip
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Live departures
Manchester to Wem train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wem trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:31 Manchester | 1h22 | 12:53 Wem | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 5:11 Manchester | 1h08 | 6:19 Wem | 1 change | |
| 5:55 Manchester | 1h14 | 7:09 Wem | 1 change | |
| 6:55 Manchester | 1h09 | 8:04 Wem | 1 change | |
| 8:30 Manchester | 1h23 | 9:53 Wem | 1 change | |
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Train companies: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Wem trainsCross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Wem. 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 Wem
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Manchester to Wem train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Wem 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 Wem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Wem
Most Manchester to Wem trains use the Manchester Airport to Wem station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Wem leave from?
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 Wem station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Wem from Wem city centre
Wem train station facilities and services
Wem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wem.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wem: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Wem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wem: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Crewe) from the car park and main road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Shrewsbury) from Aston Road. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Manchester to Wem
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