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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€31
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€32
Fastest journey on Oct 16
2 h
Average journey duration on Oct 16
2 h 2 m
Trains on Oct 16
2
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 2 trains from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
8:48 AM2h03Barrow-in-Furness10:51 AMManchester€311One-way0 transfers- 11:51 AM2h00Barrow-in-Furness1:51 PMManchester€321One-way0 transfers
- 11:51 AM2h00Barrow-in-Furness1:51 PMManchester€321One-way0 transfers
- 8:48 AM2h03Barrow-in-Furness10:51 AMManchester€311One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester
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Trains from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:48 AM Barrow-in-Furness | 2h03 | 10:51 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:51 AM Barrow-in-Furness | 2h00 | 1:51 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barrow-in-Furness 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
Popular train stations from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester
Most Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester trains use the Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Deansgate. Use this guide to compare Barrow-in-Furness and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barrow-in-Furness station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Barrow-in-Furness from Barrow-in-Furness city centre
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness train station facilities and services
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, 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: Yes.
Which Manchester station do trains from Barrow-in-Furness 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 Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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