Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

32 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) on Wed, Aug 05, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 32 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.

  • Transport for WalesG38389
    3:44 PM0h32
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    4:16 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38413
    12:44 PM0h33
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    1:17 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38415
    1:44 PM0h32
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    2:16 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38398
    5:44 PM0h34
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    6:18 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38407
    8:44 PM0h32
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:16 PMWarrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
16 miles (27 km)
Average train duration
32m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
32m
First train
6:44 AM
Last train
9:44 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transport for WalesG38421
On time
7:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
8:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38407
On time
8:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
9:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38411
On time
9:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
10:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38424
On time
10:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h34
11:18 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, August 5
Transport for WalesG383865:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h33
6:17 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383906:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
7:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383947:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h34
8:18 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383998:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h33
9:17 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384039:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
10:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG3840510:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
11:16 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG3840911:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
12:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG3841312:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h33
1:17 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384151:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
2:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384172:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
3:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383893:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
4:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383934:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h32
5:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG383985:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h34
6:18 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG384016:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h33
7:17 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)0 transfersDirect

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Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€4
Transport for Wales frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
€6
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
€7
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
€9
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
€24
TransPennine Express frequency
13 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
€12
Northern Trains Limited frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €4, while the average price is around €8.
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) takes 32m and runs 12 per day.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) leaves at 6:44 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) is 16 miles (27 km).
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) leaves at 9:44 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ). This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ).
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Bank Quay is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ).
Popular day trips by train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) include Chester, Wigan, Newton-le-Willows, Manchester, Leeds.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Warrington
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · €2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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