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Ellesmere Port to Manchester Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Ellesmere Port and Manchester. The average train journey from Ellesmere Port to Manchester takes 2 hours and 1 minute, but some Merseyrail + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (49 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 16m |
| Lowest price | $23.64 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Ellesmere Port to Manchester?
Merseyrail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Ellesmere Port to Manchester. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail + Connections | 12 | 2h 2m | $29.87 |
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Manchester start from $24, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Manchester. Merseyrail + Connections in Ellesmere Port leaves from Little Sutton and one other station. And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Airport and 2 other train stations.
From Ellesmere Port to Manchester train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 2 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Ellesmere Port to Manchester
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Ellesmere Port to Manchester. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Ellesmere Port at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Ellesmere Port.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Ellesmere Port?
Main departure station: Overpool
There are two stations in Ellesmere Port where you can board the train to Manchester.
All train stations in Ellesmere Port:
Overpool
Little Sutton
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and bus station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent buses to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Victoria
Manchester Piccadilly
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