The cheapest and fastest trains from Polmont to Manchester
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Polmont to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Polmont to Manchester will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
To travel from Polmont to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
9:303h49Polmont13:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
11:543h26Polmont15:20Manchester£991One-way1 change
13:543h25Polmont17:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
15:373h43Polmont19:20Manchester£991One-way1 change
19:543h25Polmont23:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
13:543h25Polmont17:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
19:543h25Polmont23:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
11:543h26Polmont15:20Manchester£991One-way1 change
15:373h43Polmont19:20Manchester£991One-way1 change
9:303h49Polmont13:19Manchester£991One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Polmont to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Polmont to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £202.
Distance: 295 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £271 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Polmont to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Polmont to Manchester trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:40 Polmont | 3h41 | 17:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:39 Polmont | 3h42 | 19:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:40 Polmont | 3h41 | 21:21 Manchester | 1 change | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
![]() | 9:30 Polmont | 3h49 | 13:19 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:54 Polmont | 3h26 | 15:20 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Polmont to Manchester by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Polmont to Manchester
Trains from Polmont to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 19:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: ScotRail from Polmont to Manchester trainsScotRail trains will get you between Polmont and Manchester from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Polmont to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Polmont 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 Polmont and Manchester
Most Polmont to Manchester trains use the Polmont to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Polmont and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Polmont station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Polmont from Polmont city centre
Polmont train station facilities and services
Polmont has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Polmont.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Polmont.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Polmont. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Polmont: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Polmont: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Polmont: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Polmont arrive at?
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.
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 Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
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