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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Manchester
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Manchester will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 4 trains that leave Calais for Manchester on Fri, May 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 6 h 47 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.
8:37 AM4h07Calais12:44 PMManchester$1201One-way0 transfers- 8:52 AM4h27Calais1:19 PMManchester$1411One-way0 transfers
8:45 AM5h07Calais1:52 PMManchester$1521One-way0 transfers- 9:37 PM6h47Calais4:24 AMManchester$1601One-way0 transfers
- 8:37 AM4h07Calais12:44 PMManchester$1201One-way0 transfers
- 8:52 AM4h27Calais1:19 PMManchester$1411One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM5h07Calais1:52 PMManchester$1521One-way0 transfers
- 9:37 PM6h47Calais4:24 AMManchester$1601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Calais to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $83, and a flight costs an average of $510.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$128 Average price Cheapest | $718 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Calais to Manchester:
A train is $590 (€476) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Calais to Manchester costing on average $718 (€579).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 24m.
You'll arrive about 2h 41m sooner (3h 44m by train vs 6h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $128 (€103) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Calais to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:37 AM Calais | 4h07 | 12:44 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 AM Calais | 5h07 | 1:52 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:52 AM Calais | 4h27 | 1:19 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Calais to Manchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Manchester
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Trains from Calais to Manchester run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 8:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Calais to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Calais and Manchester from $83 (€67). 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 Calais to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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 Calais to Manchester
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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