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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cairnryan to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€113
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€120
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 20
8
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cairnryan to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairnryan to Manchester will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €113.
It's difficult to get from Cairnryan to Manchester without transferring at least 3 times.
L86945 · L87463+
W8492011:34 AM6h46Girvan station (GIR)6:20 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way2 transfers
W33275+L86945+W84713+L8746311:34 AM5h33Girvan station (GIR)5:07 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers- W33275+L86945 · L87463+
G8985811:34 AM6h37Girvan station (GIR)6:11 PMDeansgate (DGT)€1131One-way3 transfers - W33140+L86919+G89896+L874771:34 PM5h16Girvan station (GIR)6:50 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33140+L86919 · L87477+G898961:16 PM5h34Barrhill station (BRL)6:50 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33140+L86919+G89896+L874771:34 PM5h16Girvan station (GIR)6:50 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33275+L86945+W84713+L8746311:34 AM5h33Girvan station (GIR)5:07 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33140+L86919 · L87477+G898961:16 PM5h34Barrhill station (BRL)6:50 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33275+L87463 · L86945+W8471311:16 AM5h51Barrhill station (BRL)5:07 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1131One-way3 transfers
- W33140+L87477+G89896+L8691912:41 PM6h09Stranraer station (STR)6:50 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1411One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cairnryan to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cairnryan to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €353.
Distance: 245 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€86 Average price | €353 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 19m Average total duration 19h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cairnryan to Manchester:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cairnryan to Manchester costing on average €86.
A bus is €300 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cairnryan to Manchester costing on average €353.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 37m.
Bus takes on average 19h 49m.
Live departures
Cairnryan to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Cairnryan to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L86945 · L87463+W33275+W84713 | 10:41 AM Stranraer station (STR) | 6h26 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
| L86945 · L87463+W33275+W84713 | 11:16 AM Barrhill station (BRL) | 5h51 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
| L86945 · L87463+W84920 | 11:34 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 6h46 | 6:20 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| L86945 · L87463+W33275+W84713 | 11:34 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 5h33 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
| L86945 · L87463+W33275+G89858 | 11:34 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 6h37 | 6:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 3 transfers | |
| L86919 · L87477+W33140+G89896 | 12:41 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 6h09 | 6:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
| L86919 · L87477+W33140+G89896 | 1:16 PM Barrhill station (BRL) | 5h34 | 6:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
| L86919 · L87477+W33140+G89896 | 1:34 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 5h16 | 6:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cairnryan to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cairnryan to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €53 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 5:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Cairnryan to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Cairnryan and Manchester from €53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cairnryan to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairnryan 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 Cairnryan to Manchester
Most Cairnryan to Manchester trains use the Girvan to Deansgate station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Cairnryan and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains from Cairnryan arrive at?
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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
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