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Big Pit National Coal Museum
National museum at Big Pit interpreting Welsh coal mining with powerful industrial displays and authentic pithead setting.
Trains from Manchester to Abergavenny run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at L 200 but you can travel from only L 89 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price L 200 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Abergavenny trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:27 AM Manchester | 2h40 | 9:07 AM Abergavenny | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Manchester | 2h35 | 1:05 PM Abergavenny | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National museum at Big Pit interpreting Welsh coal mining with powerful industrial displays and authentic pithead setting.
Town museum inside the castle grounds, covering Abergavenny history, archaeology, and changing local exhibitions.
Independent art gallery showing contemporary Welsh and British artists, well regarded for quality exhibitions and sculpture.
Prominent hill and walking area on the town's edge, famous for rewarding climbs and wide views over Abergavenny.
Popular viewpoint and hiking mountain above town, loved for dramatic ridges, sunset walks, and Black Mountains scenery.
Central shopping street lined with historic buildings, markets, and independent shops, ideal for soaking up town character.
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled sweet breads with currants and spice, long loved across South Wales and often sold fresh at local markets and food events.
Caerphilly is a crumbly Welsh cow's milk cheese with a fresh lemony tang. It is a classic regional cheese often featured on local cheeseboards and market stalls.
Glamorgan sausages are meat-free Welsh sausages made with cheese, leeks, and breadcrumbs. They are a traditional pub and home-cooked favourite in South Wales.
Highly regarded fine dining restaurant known for refined Welsh tasting menus and polished service in an elegant, intimate setting.
Popular bistro and bakery with a relaxed feel, praised for seasonal local produce, brunch, pastries, and modern Welsh cooking.
Stylish restaurant and bar in the town centre serving modern British dishes, cocktails, and local ingredients in a lively setting.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while tourist-season stays and rail fares can raise costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Abergavenny 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 Abergavenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Abergavenny trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavenny station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Abergavenny train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Abergavenny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Auberge Bar & Restaurant, The Hardwick
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Ticket office support is available at Abergavenny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Abergavenny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Abergavenny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Abergavenny: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abergavenny: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Angel Hotel, The Kings Arms Hotel, The Abergavenny Hotel.
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