Windsor & Eton to Manchester by train
| First train | 06:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:56 | |
| Departure station | Windsor & Eton | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 47m | |
| Distance | 154 miles (248 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Windsor & Eton to Manchester by train
Looking to travel from Windsor & Eton to Manchester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 41 minutes to travel from Windsor & Eton to Manchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 15 trains per day running along the 154 miles (248 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Manchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Manchester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Windsor & Eton to Manchester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Windsor & Eton to Manchester
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Windsor & Eton to Manchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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