Manchester to Wem train with Cross Country

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Why should you book Manchester to Wem trains with Omio?

Cross Country as well as Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester to Wem.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Cross Country tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Cross Country?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Cross Country, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Wem.
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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.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£71
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£49
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£27
Transport for Wales frequency
8 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
6h 11m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£20
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
The train distance from Manchester to Wem is 76 km.
The first train from Manchester to Wem leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Manchester to Wem departs at 23:53.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Wem.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Wem. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.
To travel from Manchester to Wem, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Wem.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Wem is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Wem station (WEM).
Booking trains from Manchester to Wem 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 Wem offers views of the picturesque English countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery, making it a pleasant experience for travellers.
Wem is a small market town that can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions, enjoy the quaint atmosphere, and explore the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Wem.

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.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Wem

Which Manchester station do trains to Wem leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Wem 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 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
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 · £4 · 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.

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