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Barmouth Museum
Town museum in a Victorian bath house, covering maritime trade, local life, geology, and Barmouth's seaside history.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Barmouth
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 01
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$63
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$63
Fastest journey on Sep 01
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
4 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 01
1
Distance
148 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Barmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barmouth will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Fast trains
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Barmouth, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
1:30 PM4h30Manchester6:00 PMBarmouth$631One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM4h30Manchester6:00 PMBarmouth$631One-way0 transfers
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Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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Manchester to Barmouth train times
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| 1:30 PM Manchester | 4h30 | 6:00 PM Barmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Barmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Barmouth and enjoy the approximately 91 miles (148 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 18:57.
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.
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Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 6:57 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Things to do in Barmouth
Discover the best of Barmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barmouth trip today.
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Y Tabernacl Gallery
Nearby gallery in Dolgellau showing contemporary Welsh and international art in a respected regional exhibition venue.
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Talyllyn Railway Museum
Volunteer-run narrow-gauge railway museum with historic locomotives and interpretation on regional transport heritage.
- Must visit
Barmouth Beach
Long sandy beach backed by dunes and sea views, ideal for walking, swimming, sunsets, and easy family access.
- Must visit
Mawddach Trail
Traffic-free estuary trail on a former railway line, popular for walking and cycling with expansive mountain and water views.
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Dinas Oleu
Headland and hillside reserve donated to the public, with scenic paths and one of the finest viewpoints over Barmouth.
- Gluten-free
Welsh Lamb
Salt-marsh lamb from nearby Welsh farms, prized for rich flavour from coastal grazing. Common on local menus as a regional Welsh speciality.
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Welsh Cockles
Fresh cockles gathered on the Welsh coast, often served simply with vinegar or in breakfasts. A classic seaside taste of North and West Wales.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Laverbread
Seaweed purée cooked into a savoury paste, traditionally served with breakfast. It is one of Wales' most distinctive and historic foods.
Bae Abermaw Hotel Restaurant
Well-known seafront hotel restaurant offering classic dining, local produce, and broad menus. A more formal option with coastal views.
The Mermaid
Popular casual bistro known for fresh seafood, Welsh ingredients, and sea views. Relaxed setting for lunch or dinner near the harbour.
The Last Inn
Established harbourfront restaurant and bar serving hearty pub meals, seafood, and drinks. Lively traditional atmosphere in a central location.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside town: stays rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local transit is limited, so car or train costs can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for a budget meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Transport for Wales
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
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To the city center
Barmouth Railway Station -> Barmouth Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Most local trips use TrawsCymru or local buses; in a small town like Barmouth, walking is often fastest for the centre.
- Check Transport for Wales for rail times and Gwynedd or TrawsCymru for bus times; contactless payment is commonly accepted on UK rail and many buses, but carry a backup payment method.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Barmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Barmouth 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 Barmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Barmouth
Most Manchester to Barmouth trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Barmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Barmouth 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 Barmouth
Which Manchester station do trains to Barmouth leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Barmouth leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
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.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · $6 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · $1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · $2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · $2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · $5 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · $5 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · $2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Which Barmouth station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Barmouth arrive at Barmouth. Barmouth is from Barmouth city centre.
BarmouthBarmouth station, Station Approach, Barmouth, Gwynedd, LL42 1LS+44 333 321 1202
City-centre transport
Getting to Barmouth from Barmouth city centre
Onward travel informationThe nearest bus stop is outside the station.
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesWait outside station on Marine Parade near the cafe.
Barmouth train station facilities and services
Barmouth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barmouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barmouth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barmouth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Barmouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barmouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Access to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth) is via a shallow ramp at the front of the station. Access to Platform 2 (to Pwllheli) is via a shallow ramp with handrails on Marine Parade and the level crossing, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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