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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Aintree
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€10
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Aintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Aintree will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Aintree, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
7:41 AM1h36Manchester9:17 AMAintree€101One-way0 transfers
- 7:41 AM1h36Manchester9:17 AMAintree€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Aintree
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Aintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 47 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Aintree:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Aintree costing on average €21.
Other travel options to Aintree take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
Live departures
Manchester to Aintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Aintree trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:41 AM Manchester | 1h36 | 9:17 AM Aintree | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Aintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Aintree run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 55m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Aintree trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Aintree from €5. 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 Manchester to Aintree
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Aintree 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 Aintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Aintree
Most Manchester to Aintree trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Aintree station pair, with some services arriving at Old Roan. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Aintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Aintree leave from?
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Aintree station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Aintree from Aintree city centre
Aintree is 1 km from Aintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Aintree train station facilities and services
Aintree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Old Roan from Aintree city centre
Old Roan train station facilities and services
Old Roan 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 Old Roan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Roan. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Roan: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Roan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Roan: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform" Car park and ticket office are step free. Platforms can also be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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