The cheapest and fastest trains from Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Walkden station (WKD) 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 Walkden station (WKD) 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.
To travel from Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 13:13. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 32m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 08:42 |
Last train 13:13 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Walkden station (WKD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Walkden station (WKD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walkden station (WKD) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Walkden station (WKD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:10 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Located on Walkden Road and Memorial Road for buses to Bolton, Manchester, Eccles and Trafford Park. Adjacent to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station on Walkden Rd under the bridge. (Both Directions)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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