4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Forres to Manchester
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€183
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€189
Fastest journey on Oct 08
8 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
9 h 52 m
Trains on Oct 08
6
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forres to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forres to Manchester will cost around €189 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €183.
It's difficult to get from Forres to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.
9:03 AM8h23Forres5:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers- 10:03 AM9h23Forres7:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 11:53 AM9h33Forres9:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 6:15 PM15h11Forres9:26 AMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 11:42 PM13h44Forres1:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 7:09 AM8h17Forres3:26 PMManchester€2181One-way2 transfers
- 9:03 AM8h23Forres5:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 10:03 AM9h23Forres7:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 11:53 AM9h33Forres9:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
- 11:42 PM13h44Forres1:26 PMManchester€1831One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Forres to Manchester
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Take a train from Forres to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 467 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 12:58.
Distance 467 km |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 12:58 PM |
Live departures
Forres to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Forres to Manchester trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:15 PM Forres | 15h11 | 9:26 AM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
| 11:42 PM Forres | 13h44 | 1:26 PM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
| 7:09 AM Forres | 8h17 | 3:26 PM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
| 9:03 AM Forres | 8h23 | 5:26 PM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
| 10:03 AM Forres | 9h23 | 7:26 PM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
| 11:53 AM Forres | 9h33 | 9:26 PM Manchester | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Forres to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forres 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 Forres to Manchester
Most Forres to Manchester trains use the Forres to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Forres and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Forres station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Forres from Forres city centre
Forres train station facilities and services
Forres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Forres.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Forres. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Forres: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Forres: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Forres: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Forres arrive at?
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.
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 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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