The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wembley
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wembley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wembley will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
To travel from Manchester to Wembley you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Manchester to Wembley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Wembley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £166.
Distance: 251 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£166 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Wembley train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wembley trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:05 Manchester | 3h01 | 08:06 Wembley | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:55 Manchester | 2h41 | 08:36 Wembley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:00 Manchester | 2h36 | 09:36 Wembley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:35 Manchester | 2h31 | 10:06 Wembley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:55 Manchester | 2h41 | 10:36 Wembley | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wembley
Trains from Manchester to Wembley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 21:36 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Manchester to Wembley trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester and Wembley from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Wembley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Wembley 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 Wembley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Wembley
- 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)
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