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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 23 Sept
6
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Morecambe to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Morecambe to Manchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Morecambe to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
G85752 · G89882
C02210 · G89869
C02210 · G89869
G85761+
W84899
W84901+
G85772
C02210 · G89869
G85761+
W84899
C02210 · G89869
G85752 · G89882
G85752 · G89882Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Morecambe to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 77 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Morecambe to Manchester:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Morecambe to Manchester costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 50m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Morecambe to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G85716+ W84915 | On time 15:05 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h17 | 16:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
G85752 · G89882 | 8:21 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h33 | 9:54 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
G85752 · G89882 | 8:21 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h30 | 9:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
G85761+ W84899 | 9:01 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h21 | 10:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
G85772+ W84901 | 9:41 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h41 | 11:22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
C02210 · G89869 | 10:32 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h19 | 11:51 Deansgate (DGT) | 1 change | |
C02210 · G89869 | 10:32 Morecambe station (MCM) | 1h22 | 11:54 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Morecambe to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 22:52 |
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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Morecambe to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Morecambe to Manchester trains use the Morecambe to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Morecambe and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Morecambe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Morecambe.
Ticket office support is available at Morecambe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Morecambe: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Morecambe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Morecambe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to platform from Central Drive up a gentle 30 metre ramp with handrail or up 4 steps and 15 metre ramp with handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Bare Lane is 1 km from Morecambe city centre. Public transport options include:
Bare Lane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bare Lane.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bare Lane: Parking.
Available at Bare Lane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bare Lane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Step free access to both platforms via short ramps. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, 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.
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 Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
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.
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