Manchester to Slaithwaite train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Slaithwaite

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€18

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

1 h 26 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Slaithwaite will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Slaithwaite on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.

TransPennine Express
08:00AM0h32
Manchester
08:32AMSlaithwaite
121One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
07:05AM1h49
Manchester
08:54AMSlaithwaite
201One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
09:57AM1h57
Manchester
11:54AMSlaithwaite
201One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Manchester to Slaithwaite

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Slaithwaite among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 28 km

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Bus

€17

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Manchester to Slaithwaite train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Slaithwaite trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:52 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_express7:05 AM Manchester
1h49
8:54 AM Slaithwaite0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express8:00 AM Manchester
0h32
8:32 AM Slaithwaite0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express9:57 AM Manchester
1h57
11:54 AM Slaithwaite0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Slaithwaite

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Trains from Manchester to Slaithwaite run on average 4 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
28 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
30m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:44
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Slaithwaite trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Slaithwaite from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
€8
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
€25
first_transpennine_express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Slaithwaite

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Slaithwaite can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Slaithwaite is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Slaithwaite train time is 30 min   covering the 28 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Slaithwaite leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Slaithwaite leaves at 23: 50.
Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Manchester to Slaithwaite with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Slaithwaite, you can count on TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Slaithwaite. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Manchester and Slaithwaite and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 50.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (831 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Slaithwaite, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Slaithwaite from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Slaithwaite is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Slaithwaite including taking a coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to Slaithwaite

Manchester
Slaithwaite
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Slaithwaite.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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