The cheapest and fastest trains from Epsom to Manchester
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Epsom to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Epsom to Manchester will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 5 trains that leave Epsom for Manchester on Sun, Nov 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Epsom to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Epsom to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€163 Average price | €86 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Epsom to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Epsom to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:19 AM Epsom | 3h25 | 10:44 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:01 PM Epsom | 3h43 | 3:44 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Avanti West Coast operates all train services from Epsom to Manchester. Omio is the only official third party seller for Avanti West Coast tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Epsom to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Epsom to Manchester
Trains from Epsom to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Epsom to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Epsom and Manchester from $10 (€8). 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 Epsom to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Epsom 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 Epsom to Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:35 Saturday 06:40 - 20:35 Sunday 07:10 - 18:45
- Type of shops available: Passport Photobooth, Grocery store in booking hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is on the station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 1 and 2
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is under the canopy above the Help Point.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated shelter with seats on the platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 22:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point outside the booking hall on the car park side. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: By Car Park Entrance
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated seating area available on platform 1 and 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: By Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- 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
- 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.
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