The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to Manchester
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paisley to Manchester will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paisley for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
7:313h47Paisley11:18Manchester£661One-way0 changes
7:313h47Paisley11:18Manchester£661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paisley to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paisley to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 297 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£52 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paisley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Paisley to Manchester trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 Paisley | 3h38 | 10:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:45 Paisley | 3h36 | 12:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:45 Paisley | 3h36 | 14:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:46 Paisley | 3h35 | 16:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:45 Paisley | 3h36 | 18:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:46 Paisley | 3h37 | 20:23 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paisley to Manchester
Trains from Paisley to Manchester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Paisley to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and Manchester from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paisley to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and Manchester
Most Paisley to Manchester trains use the Paisley Gilmour Street to Manchester Oxford Road station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Paisley and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paisley station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Hawkhead from Paisley city centre
Hawkhead is 2 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:
Hawkhead train station facilities and services
Hawkhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hawkhead.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hawkhead: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hawkhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hawkhead: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Getting to Paisley Canal from Paisley city centre
Paisley Canal is 1 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley Canal train station facilities and services
Paisley Canal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paisley Canal.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paisley Canal: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paisley Canal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Canal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This station has step-free access to single platform, 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Paisley arrive at?
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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