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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Falkirk

Showing times and prices for Dec 14

Cheapest

$58

Average

$58

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Falkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

07:15AM5h19

Manchester

12:34PMFalkirk

$581One-way

0 transfers

Manchester to Falkirk train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Transpennine Express	07:15AM Manchester	5h19	12:34PM Falkirk	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Manchester to Falkirk

Showing times and prices for Dec 14

Fastest Journey

5 h 19 m

Average

5 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

297 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Falkirk every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:15AM5h19

Manchester

12:34PMFalkirk

$581One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Falkirk

Trains from Manchester to Falkirk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€19) but you can travel from only $16 (€14) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $16 (€14)

Distance

184 miles (297 km)

Average train duration

4h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

$21 (€19)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 44m

First train

04:56

Last train

20:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $16 (€14)

Train providers: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast from Manchester to Falkirk trains

Buy your official TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast train tickets between Manchester and Falkirk from $45 (€40) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

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.

Train information from Manchester to Falkirk with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 3 h 56 min
Cheapest Price: $45

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Manchester to Falkirk with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 6 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $49

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Falkirk train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $241
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Falkirk

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Falkirk easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Falkirk.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Falkirk can start from as little as $21 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Falkirk is $59 (€53); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Falkirk train travel time is 3 h 44 min for the 184 mile (297 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Falkirk leaves at 4: 56 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Falkirk leaves at 8: 15 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Manchester to Falkirk which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Manchester to Falkirk train with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Manchester to Falkirk as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 15 PM.

A trip to Falkirk from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 44 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Falkirk is June.

You have options as you can travel from Manchester to Falkirk 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.