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Compare train for Manchester to Barmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Barmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 148 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Barmouth is a train with an average price of £45.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Barmouth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
Yes, you can take a train between Manchester and Barmouth.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£15. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 2h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get to Barmouth from Manchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Manchester to Barmouth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 12:304h30Manchester17:00Barmouth£501One-way0 changes
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- 12:304h30Manchester17:00Barmouth£501One-way0 changes
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Best day trips from Barmouth by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Barmouth are Porthmadog, Harlech, Machynlleth, Pwllheli and Tywyn. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Barmouth on Omio.
Day trip from Barmouth to Harlech by bus
Day trip from Barmouth to Machynlleth by bus
Day trip from Barmouth to Pwllheli by bus
Why visit Pwllheli for the day?
Pwllheli is a Welsh seaside town on the Llŷn Peninsula, known for its marina, beach and sailing scene. It has the feel of a small market town and gives a clear sense of the area’s coastal Welsh culture.
Day trip from Barmouth to Tywyn by bus
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FAQs: Manchester to Barmouth
Travel to Barmouth 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 Manchester to Barmouth.
You can travel between Manchester and Barmouth by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Barmouth is a train with an average price of £45.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Barmouth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
The Manchester to Barmouth distance is approximately 148 km.
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Barmouth is:
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Barmouth as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Barmouth:
- Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Barmouth station (BRM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Barmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Barmouth by train.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Barmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Porthmadog, Birmingham, London Euston (EUS), Wolverhampton. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Barmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Manchester to Barmouth, you can take a train.
A stay of two to three days in Barmouth is ideal to explore its stunning beaches, enjoy scenic walks such as the Mawddach Trail, and visit local attractions like Barmouth Bridge and Fairbourne Railway.
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