Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£9

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

26 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

28 m

Trains on 18 Sept

24

Distance

14 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

To travel from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    6:290h29
    Moses Gate (MSS)
    6:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:290h29
    Moses Gate (MSS)
    9:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:290h29
    Moses Gate (MSS)
    10:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    11:290h29
    Moses Gate (MSS)
    11:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:290h29
    Moses Gate (MSS)
    12:58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £91One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 14 km

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Driving

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£3

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a train with an average price of £9.
The fastest way to travel from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 24m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Moses Gate (MSS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 8m sooner (24m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £3 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.

Live departures

Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Trains Limited6:29 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h29
6:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited7:19 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h26
7:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited7:28 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h29
7:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited8:19 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h26
8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited8:28 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h30
8:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited9:29 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h29
9:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern Trains Limited10:29 Moses Gate (MSS)
0h29
10:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach or train

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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 26m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
14 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
26m
First train
6:29
Last train
23:39
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Moses Gate (MSS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
31m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
26m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 26m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 14 km.
The first train from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 6:29.
The last train from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 23:39.
Trains from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
To get from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Moses Gate to Manchester Piccadilly is primarily urban, passing through Bolton and Salford, with views of industrial areas and cityscapes rather than countryside or scenic landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Moses Gate to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 26m and covers 14 km. Trains are frequent, with 6 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Moses Gate (MSS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Moses Gate (MSS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Farnworth to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Moses Gate (MSS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Farnworth
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Moses GateMoses Gate station, Bolton Road, Moses Gate, Greater Manchester, BL4 7LTParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Moses Gate from Farnworth city centre

Bus938, 910, 8, 37, 521 · 3m · £2 · every ~35 min

Moses Gate train station facilities and services

Moses Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Moses Gate: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Moses Gate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - access onto both platforms is via a ramp, access between platforms is via Bolton Road, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.

Most popular train connections from Moses Gate (MSS)

Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Moses Gate (MSS)

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