The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 08
19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
23 m
Trains on Sep 08
12
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warrington to Manchester will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 12 trains from Warrington to Manchester, including 12 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
P241485:59 AM0h37Warrington Central (WAC)6:36 AMDeansgate (DGT)€41One-way0 transfers
G891138:49 AM0h29Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)9:18 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€61One-way0 transfers
P242126:54 AM0h38Warrington Central (WAC)7:32 AMDeansgate (DGT)€61One-way0 transfers
G385066:20 AM0h30Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)6:50 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€71One-way0 transfers
P241508:25 AM0h34Warrington Central (WAC)8:59 AMDeansgate (DGT)€81One-way0 transfers
W846658:48 AM0h19Warrington Central (WAC)9:07 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€121One-way0 transfers
C043478:17 AM0h20Warrington Central (WAC)8:37 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€131One-way0 transfers
C043447:17 AM0h21Warrington Central (WAC)7:38 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€131One-way0 transfers
W846536:42 AM0h25Warrington Central (WAC)7:07 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€91One-way0 transfers
G385128:21 AM0h29Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)8:50 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Warrington to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 25 km
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 37m.
Live departures
Warrington to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Manchester trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38525 | Delayed 1:40 PM 2:20 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h30 | 2:07 PM 2:07 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38525 | Delayed 1:40 PM 2:20 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h34 | 2:10 PM 2:10 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24244 | On time 4:00 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h33 | 4:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04372 | On time 4:19 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h18 | 4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38529 | On time 4:20 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h34 | 4:54 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38529 | On time 4:20 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h39 | 4:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24152 | On time 4:27 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h32 | 4:59 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84712 | On time 4:44 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h23 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
P24148 | 5:59 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h37 | 6:36 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38506 | 6:20 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h30 | 6:50 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84653 | 6:42 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h25 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89109 | 6:49 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h30 | 7:19 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24212 | 6:54 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h38 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04344 | 7:17 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h21 | 7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04347 | 8:17 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h20 | 8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38512 | 8:21 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h29 | 8:50 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24150 | 8:25 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h34 | 8:59 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84665 | 8:48 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h19 | 9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89113 | 8:49 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0h29 | 9:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24221 | 9:00 AM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h33 | 9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warrington to Manchester
Trains from Warrington to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 19m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Warrington to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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 Warrington to Manchester
Most Warrington to Manchester trains use the Warrington Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Warrington station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Warrington Central from Warrington city centre
Warrington Central train station facilities and services
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Warrington Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: 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 - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.
Getting to Warrington Bank Quay from Warrington city centre
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay train station facilities and services
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 Padgate from Warrington city centre
Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Padgate train station facilities and services
Padgate 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 Padgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Padgate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Warrington 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 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.
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