The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverkeithing to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€58
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€72
Fastest journey on Sep 21
3 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
4 h 46 m
Trains on Sep 21
5
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverkeithing to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverkeithing to Manchester will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from Inverkeithing to Manchester without transferring at least once.
W69635+
W34265+
W848996:19 AM4h03Inverkeithing station (INK)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€581One-way2 transfers
W69646+
W849077:58 AM5h28Inverkeithing station (INK)1:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€611One-way1 transfer
W69646+
W849077:58 AM5h24Inverkeithing station (INK)1:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€611One-way1 transfer
C14974+
W849017:48 AM3h34Inverkeithing station (INK)11:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€611One-way1 transfer
W69646+
G01148+
G158127:58 AM5h22Inverkeithing station (INK)1:20 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€1161One-way2 transfers
C14974+
W849017:48 AM3h34Inverkeithing station (INK)11:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€611One-way1 transfer
W69635+
W34265+
W848996:19 AM4h03Inverkeithing station (INK)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€581One-way2 transfers
W69646+
G01148+
G158127:58 AM5h22Inverkeithing station (INK)1:20 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€1161One-way2 transfers
W69646+
W849077:58 AM5h24Inverkeithing station (INK)1:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€611One-way1 transfer
W69646+
W849077:58 AM5h28Inverkeithing station (INK)1:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverkeithing to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverkeithing to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€78 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverkeithing to Manchester:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverkeithing to Manchester costing on average €78.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
Live departures
Inverkeithing to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverkeithing to Manchester trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C15211+ W84905 | On time 8:54 AM Inverkeithing station (INK) | 4h26 | 1:20 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
C15211+ W84905 | On time 8:54 AM Inverkeithing station (INK) | 4h30 | 1:24 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Inverkeithing to Manchester by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverkeithing to Manchester
Trains from Inverkeithing to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €53 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:51, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 2:51 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Inverkeithing to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverkeithing and Manchester from €18. 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 Inverkeithing to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing to Manchester
Most Inverkeithing to Manchester trains use the Inverkeithing to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Inverkeithing and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverkeithing station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Inverkeithing from Inverkeithing city centre
Inverkeithing train station facilities and services
Inverkeithing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, 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 Inverkeithing.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverkeithing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverkeithing. 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 Inverkeithing: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverkeithing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverkeithing: 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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: Yes.
Which Manchester station do trains from Inverkeithing 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 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 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.
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