Manchester to Daresbury train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Daresbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 29

Cheapest price on Aug 29

€3

Average ticket price on Aug 29

€9

Fastest journey on Aug 29

17 m

Average journey duration on Aug 29

18 m

Trains on Aug 29

72

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Daresbury will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast trains

On Sat, Aug 29, we found 72 trains from Manchester to Daresbury, including 61 direct services.

On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 19 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 RailG86189
    8:16 AM0h35
    Deansgate (DGT)
    8:51 AMWarrington Central (WAC)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24188
    4:46 PM0h32
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    5:18 PMWarrington Central (WAC)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG86192
    9:16 AM0h34
    Deansgate (DGT)
    9:50 AMWarrington Central (WAC)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24211
    3:46 PM0h31
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    4:17 PMWarrington Central (WAC)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89077
    8:06 AM0h33
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    8:39 AMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Manchester to Daresbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Daresbury trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84661
Delayed
9:25 AM 10:11 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
9:47 AM 9:47 AMWarrington Central (WAC)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38405
On time
10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
11:26 AM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38405
On time
10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h28
11:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89086
On time
11:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h32
11:38 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84667
On time
11:11 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
11:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38409
On time
11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
12:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24200
On time
11:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h31
12:17 PM Warrington Central (WAC)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38409
On time
11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
12:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38409
On time
11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h28
12:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89092
On time
12:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h32
12:38 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84673
Delayed
11:20 AM 12:11 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
11:42 AM 11:42 AMWarrington Central (WAC)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38413
On time
12:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
1:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38415
On time
1:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
2:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38417
On time
2:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
3:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38389
On time
3:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
4:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89105
On time
4:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h40
4:46 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38393
On time
4:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
5:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89075
On time
5:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h41
5:47 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38398
On time
5:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h39
6:27 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89078
On time
6:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h40
6:46 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38401
On time
6:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
7:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38421
On time
7:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
8:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89100
On time
8:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h40
8:46 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38407
On time
8:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h38
9:26 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38411
On time
9:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h37
10:25 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38424
On time
10:49 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h41
11:30 PM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38425
On time
11:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h34
12:20 AM Runcorn East (RUE)		0 transfersDirect
Saturday, August 29
Northern RailG890778:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h33
8:39 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846508:11 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h19
8:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG861898:16 AM Deansgate (DGT)
0h35
8:51 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384008:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
9:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241928:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h30
9:16 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384008:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h28
9:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384008:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h39
9:27 AM Runcorn East (RUE)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG890809:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h32
9:38 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846559:11 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h19
9:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG861929:16 AM Deansgate (DGT)
0h34
9:50 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384049:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
10:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241949:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h31
10:17 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384049:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h39
10:27 AM Runcorn East (RUE)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86170+Transport for WalesG3840610:00 AM Deansgate (DGT)
1h26
11:26 AM Runcorn East (RUE)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Daresbury

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Take a train from Manchester to Daresbury and enjoy the approximately 31 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:41.

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
31 km
Average train duration
28m
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
19
First train
12:18 AM
Last train
11:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
14 days
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, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Daresbury trainsNorthern Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Daresbury. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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
35m
Cheapest Price
€3
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

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
€4
Transport for Wales frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Daresbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Daresbury 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 Daresbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Daresbury can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Daresbury 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 Manchester to Daresbury is 35m to travel the 31 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester to Daresbury leaves at 12:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester to Daresbury leaves at 11:41 PM.
Yes,there are 19 direct trains a day from Manchester to Daresbury with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Daresbury, you can count on Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Daresbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester and Daresbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Daresbury from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Daresbury is August.
Yes, you can take a train between Manchester and Daresbury.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to Daresbury

Most Manchester to Daresbury trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Runcorn East station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Daresbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Daresbury

Which Manchester station do trains to Daresbury leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Daresbury leave from Manchester Oxford Road. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FUParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · €2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m

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.

More about Manchester Oxford Road
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · €2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

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.

More about Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre

TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · €1 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · €2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · €2 · every ~23 min

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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