4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northwich to Manchester
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northwich to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northwich to Manchester will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Northwich for Manchester on Thu, Jul 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 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.
11:28 AM0h57Northwich12:25 PMManchester€51One-way0 transfers- 1:28 PM0h57Northwich2:25 PMManchester€91One-way0 transfers
- 9:28 AM0h57Northwich10:25 AMManchester€111One-way0 transfers
- 11:28 AM0h57Northwich12:25 PMManchester€51One-way0 transfers
- 1:28 PM0h57Northwich2:25 PMManchester€91One-way0 transfers
- 9:28 AM0h57Northwich10:25 AMManchester€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Northwich to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northwich to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northwich to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Northwich to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:28 AM Northwich | 0h57 | 10:25 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:28 AM Northwich | 0h57 | 12:25 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:28 PM Northwich | 0h57 | 2:25 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northwich to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northwich to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 55m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Northwich to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Northwich and Manchester from €3. 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 Northwich to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Manchester
Most Northwich to Manchester trains use the Northwich to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Northwich and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northwich station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Northwich from Northwich city centre
Northwich is 1 km from Northwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Northwich train station facilities and services
Northwich has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northwich: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Northwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access to Manchester platform only. Access via stepped footbridge to Chester platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Greenbank from Northwich city centre
Greenbank is 1 km from Northwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenbank train station facilities and services
Greenbank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenbank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greenbank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenbank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Chester Platform: Step free access through gate from public highway down sloping footpath with handrails onto platform. Manchester platform: Level access from station front through gate onto platform. There are also steps up to main road bridge. Access between platforms is via main road bridge. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Northwich arrive at?
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 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.
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.
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