The cheapest and fastest trains from Woodbridge to Manchester
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woodbridge to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woodbridge to Manchester will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 3 trains that leave Woodbridge 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 285 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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
Woodbridge to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Woodbridge to Manchester trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:14 Woodbridge | 7h22 | 16:36 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:14 Woodbridge | 4h52 | 15:06 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Woodbridge to Manchester by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
24 Nov
25 Nov
26 Nov
27 Nov
28 Nov
29 Nov
30 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Woodbridge to Manchester
Trains from Woodbridge to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 19:18 |
FAQs: Woodbridge to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge and Manchester
- Type of shops available: Florist
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Note: ticket machine is card only (not cash)
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near station entrance, and on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stops at the entrance to the station car park
- Car Park: No
- Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Pottery Lane (A6010) under railway bridge.
- 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
- 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.
Most popular train connections from Woodbridge
More options for your journey from Woodbridge to Manchester
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
