4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€88
Fastest journey on Sep 05
4 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
4 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 05
3
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Manchester will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Stirling to Manchester without transferring at least once.
W84897+
W829905:21 AM4h01Stirling station (STG)9:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€351One-way1 transfer
Y14773+W848985:28 AM4h54Stirling station (STG)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1151One-way1 transfer- Y14773+
W33548+
G898825:28 AM4h23Stirling station (STG)9:51 AMDeansgate (DGT)€1151One-way2 transfers
- W84897+W829905:21 AM4h01Stirling station (STG)9:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€351One-way1 transfer
- Y14773+W33548+G898825:28 AM4h23Stirling station (STG)9:51 AMDeansgate (DGT)€1151One-way2 transfers
- Y14773+W848985:28 AM4h54Stirling station (STG)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€1151One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stirling to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €145.
Distance: 313 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €145 Average price | €70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stirling to Manchester:
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stirling to Manchester costing on average €57.
A bus is €116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stirling to Manchester costing on average €145.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
Live departures
Stirling to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84897+W82990 | 5:21 AM Stirling station (STG) | 4h01 | 9:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| Y14773+W33548+G89882 | 5:28 AM Stirling station (STG) | 4h23 | 9:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 2 transfers | |
| Y14773+W84898 | 5:28 AM Stirling station (STG) | 4h54 | 10:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Manchester
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Trains from Stirling to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 313 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 313 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Stirling to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Manchester from €15. 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 Stirling to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Manchester
Most Stirling to Manchester trains use the Stirling to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Stirling and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stirling station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Stirling from Stirling city centre
Stirling train station facilities and services
Stirling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stirling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stirling. ATMs are available at Stirling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stirling. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stirling: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stirling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stirling: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station, 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Stirling 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 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 Victoria from Manchester city centre
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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