The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Irlam
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Irlam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Irlam will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Irlam on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
7:16 AM0h20Manchester7:36 AMIrlam€21One-way0 transfers
4:17 PM0h21Manchester4:38 PMIrlam€51One-way0 transfers
7:16 AM0h20Manchester7:36 AMIrlam€21One-way0 transfers
4:17 PM0h21Manchester4:38 PMIrlam€51One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Manchester to Irlam train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Irlam trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 AM Manchester | 0h20 | 7:36 AM Irlam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:17 PM Manchester | 0h21 | 4:38 PM Irlam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Irlam
Trains from Manchester to Irlam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Irlam trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Irlam from €2. 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 Irlam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Irlam 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 Irlam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Irlam
Most Manchester to Irlam trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Irlam station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Irlam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Irlam leave from?
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.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Which Irlam station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Irlam from Irlam city centre
Irlam is 1 km from Irlam city centre. Public transport options include:
Irlam train station facilities and services
Irlam has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Irlam.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Irlam: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Irlam: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Irlam: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Services towards Manchester : Level access from the car park onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool : From entrance onto Manchester platform, turn left and down 26 steps, through an underpass (28 paces) and up 28 steps onto the platform. Or, from Liverpool Road opposite Excalibur Way along a path to the underpass, up 28 steps onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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