The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Colne
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Colne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Colne will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Colne on Mon, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
10:03 AM1h31Manchester11:34 AMColne$141One-way0 transfers
9:03 AM1h31Manchester10:34 AMColne$211One-way0 transfers
9:03 AM1h31Manchester10:34 AMColne$211One-way0 transfers
10:03 AM1h31Manchester11:34 AMColne$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Colne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Colne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Colne take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.32 (€-5.20). The journey takes 1h 1m versus 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Colne train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Colne trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:11 PM Manchester | 8h22 | 6:33 AM Colne | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Colne by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Colne
Trains from Manchester to Colne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Colne trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Colne from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Colne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Colne 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 Colne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Colne
Most Manchester to Colne trains use the Manchester Victoria to Colne station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Colne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Colne leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
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 Colne station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Colne from Colne city centre
Colne train station facilities and services
Colne has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Colne.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colne: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colne.
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