The cheapest and fastest trains from West Byfleet to Manchester
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Byfleet to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Byfleet to Manchester will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
Of the 3 trains that leave West Byfleet for Manchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.






Live departures
West Byfleet to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for West Byfleet to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:40 West Byfleet | 4h21 | 10:01 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:10 West Byfleet | 4h55 | 11:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:40 West Byfleet | 4h25 | 11:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Byfleet to Manchester
Trains from West Byfleet to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway from West Byfleet to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, South Western Railway trains will get you between West Byfleet and Manchester from £58. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: West Byfleet to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Byfleet 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 West Byfleet and Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a ramp at a gradient of approximately 1:12. From Platform 1 there is step-free access to Platforms 2 and 3 (for trains towards Woking) via lifts. There is a stepped entrance from the Station Approach entrance/ subway to Platforms 2 and 3, but there is an alternative step-free route via the street - approximately 140m.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 3 exit
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop A, Station Approach next to Enterprise House.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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