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The cheapest and fastest trains from Perth to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£102

Average price

£106

Fastest journey

5 h 6 m

Average duration

5 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

333 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Perth to Manchester will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Perth for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 333 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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.

05:256h51

Perth

12:16Manchester

£1021One-way

0 changes

08:066h06

Perth

14:12Manchester

£1031One-way

0 changes

12:405h11

Perth

17:51Manchester

£1081One-way

0 changes

05:165h06

Perth

10:22Manchester

£1091One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Perth to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perth to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £64.

Distance: 332 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Coach
£108 Average Price	£23 Average Price Cheapest
6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Perth to Manchester

United Kingdom

Trains from Perth to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Distance

332 km

Average train duration

5h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

£64

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 28m

First train

04:22

Last train

21:18

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast trains Perth to Manchester

You can travel by train between Perth and Manchester with TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast for as low as £32. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Perth to Manchester train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: £32

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.

Perth to Manchester train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: £101

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Perth to Manchester with East Coast:

Average Duration: 6 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: £100

FAQs: Perth to Manchester train

FAQs: Travel by train from Perth to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Perth to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from Perth to Manchester can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Perth to Manchester is £97; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Perth to Manchester is 4 h 27 min to travel the 206 mile long route, with around there are 4 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Perth to Manchester leaves at 04: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Perth to Manchester leaves at 23: 07.

There are 4 trains a day from Perth to Manchester which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, LNER or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Perth to Manchester train with TransPennine Express, LNER or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Perth and Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 07.

A trip to Manchester from Perth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 27 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Perth to Manchester is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Perth and Manchester including taking a train or coach.