Eccles to Manchester train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eccles to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€3

Average price

€3

Fastest journey

7 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

6 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eccles to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Eccles to Manchester will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Eccles for Manchester on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 14 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.

Northern Rail (3)
07:57AM0h12
Eccles
08:09AMManchester
31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
08:47AM0h07
Eccles
08:54AMManchester
31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
05:48PM0h14
Eccles
06:02PMManchester
31One-way
0 transfers

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Eccles to Manchester train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:35 AM
Last updated at 1:35 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail7:00 AM Eccles
0h09
7:09 AM Manchester0 transfersDirect
northern_rail7:57 AM Eccles
0h12
8:09 AM Manchester0 transfersDirect
northern_rail8:47 AM Eccles
0h08
8:55 AM Manchester0 transfersDirect
northern_rail3:48 PM Eccles
0h07
3:55 PM Manchester0 transfersDirect
northern_rail5:48 PM Eccles
0h07
5:55 PM Manchester0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Eccles to Manchester

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Trains from Eccles to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
6 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
7m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:49
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Eccles to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Eccles and Manchester from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Eccles to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Eccles to Manchester 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 Eccles to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Eccles to Manchester can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Eccles to Manchester is €3; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Eccles to Manchester is 8 min   to travel the 6 km long journey, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Eccles to Manchester leaves at 05: 57. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Eccles to Manchester leaves at 23: 18.
Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day from Eccles to Manchester with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Eccles to Manchester train with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Manchester from Eccles as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 18.

When departing from Eccles, you have various train station options to start your route from including Eccles (Manchester) and Eccles. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in train stations like Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Eccles (Manchester), which is located around 0.2 miles (380 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Piccadilly, located 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Eccles is worth doing with a journey time of 8 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Eccles to Manchester is May.
You have options as you can travel to Manchester from Eccles 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Eccles to Manchester

Eccles
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Eccles is Eccles (Manchester). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eccles (Manchester) for your trip from Eccles to Manchester.
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Amenities at train station
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:25 - 13:55 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Eccles (Manchester)
  • Onward travel information: There are bus services available at Eccles Interchange, 300 yards or 5 minutes walk away. TFGM Traveline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the station car park.
  • Metro: Tram stop 300 yards from the station. Metrolink 0161 205 2000
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Amenities at train station
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Green Lane access through an underpass (17 paces) and up 38 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Liverpool : From Green Lane, up 40 steps onto the platform
  • 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
Public transit options for Patricroft
  • Onward travel information: On Green Lane for buses to Clifton or Eccles. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Green Lane. Towards Manchester, outside station front. Towards Liverpool, outside Queens Arms Pub.
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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