The cheapest and fastest trains from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 17
4
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 4 trains from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
8:31 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde9:39 AMManchester€41One-way0 transfers
7:31 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde8:39 AMManchester€51One-way0 transfers
5:01 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde6:09 AMManchester€121One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM1h09Poulton-le-Fylde10:09 AMManchester€121One-way0 transfers
8:31 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde9:39 AMManchester€41One-way0 transfers
7:31 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde8:39 AMManchester€51One-way0 transfers
5:01 AM1h08Poulton-le-Fylde6:09 AMManchester€121One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM1h09Poulton-le-Fylde10:09 AMManchester€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 64 km
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€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
Live departures
Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:01 AM Poulton-le-Fylde | 1h08 | 6:09 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Poulton-le-Fylde | 1h08 | 8:39 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Poulton-le-Fylde | 1h08 | 9:39 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Poulton-le-Fylde | 1h09 | 10:09 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester
Trains from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Poulton-le-Fylde and Manchester from €7. 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 Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poulton-le-Fylde 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.

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Popular train stations from Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester
Most Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester trains use the Poulton-le-Fylde to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Poulton-le-Fylde and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Poulton-le-Fylde station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Poulton-le-Fylde from Poulton-le-Fylde city centre
Poulton-le-Fylde train station facilities and services
Poulton-le-Fylde has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Poulton-le-Fylde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poulton-le-Fylde.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poulton-le-Fylde: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poulton-le-Fylde: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from Breck Road into ticket hall then by means of passenger operated lift, now available to the island platform from first to last train. Alternatively 37 steps with rest platform and handrail from ticket hall to island platform, 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: Cards only. Other users can obtain Promise to Pay tickets, 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Poulton-le-Fylde 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 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.
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