Four Oaks to Manchester by train
| First train | 05:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:46 | |
| Departure station | Four Oaks | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 43m | |
| Distance | 65 miles (104 km) | |
| Frequency | 70 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Four Oaks to Manchester by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Four Oaks to Manchester? Look no further.
You'll usually find 70 trains per day running between Four Oaks and Manchester, which usually take 3 hours 5 minutes to complete the 65 miles (104 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 43 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Manchester by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Four Oaks to Manchester if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Manchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Four Oaks to Manchester
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