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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Flint
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
65 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Flint is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Flint will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Flint without transferring at least once.
L64234 · L6419801:00PM1h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)02:19PMFlint station (FLN)
$291One-way
1 transfer
L64228 · L6419311:59AM1h21
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)01:20PMFlint station (FLN)
$371One-way
1 transfer
L64223 · L6418710:57AM1h18
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)12:15PMFlint station (FLN)
$371One-way
1 transfer
L64707 · L6420401:30PM1h34
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)03:04PMFlint station (FLN)
$371One-way
1 transfer
C75160+L6418308:26AM1h31
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:57AMFlint station (FLN)
$431One-way
1 transfer
L64223 · L6418710:57AM1h18
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)12:15PMFlint station (FLN)
$371One-way
1 transfer
L64234 · L6419801:00PM1h19
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)02:19PMFlint station (FLN)
$291One-way
1 transfer
L64217+
L0218009:51AM1h20
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:11AMFlint station (FLN)
$431One-way
1 transfer
L64228 · L6419311:59AM1h21
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)01:20PMFlint station (FLN)
$371One-way
1 transfer
C75160+L6418308:26AM1h31
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:57AMFlint station (FLN)
$431One-way
1 transfer
Manchester - FlintCompare Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast
$7
1h 18m
3 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
$14
1h 30m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
$17
1h 31m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Flint
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Flint among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Flint train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Flint trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:00 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C75160+L64183 | On time 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 9:57 AM Flint station (FLN) | 1 transfer | |
| L64217+L02180 | On time 9:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h20 | 11:11 AM Flint station (FLN) | 1 transfer | |
| L64223 · L64187 | On time 10:57 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h18 | 12:15 PM Flint station (FLN) | 1 transfer | |
| L64228 · L64193 | On time 11:59 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h21 | 1:20 PM Flint station (FLN) | 1 transfer | |
| L64234 · L64198 | On time 1:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h19 | 2:19 PM Flint station (FLN) | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Manchester to Flint trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Manchester to Flint. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Flint.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Flint.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester to Flint.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Flint.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Flint
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Flint run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 18m.
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 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 04:07 |
Last train 23:45 |
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
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Flint trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Flint from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€6)
Transport for Wales frequency
3 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 (3)
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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
Avanti West Coast
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€13)
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Flint
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Flint 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 Flint, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a fulfilling experience in Flint, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its museums, cultural sites, and nearby attractions.
The train journey from Manchester to Flint offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and picturesque towns, particularly as the route passes through the Cheshire plains and along the Dee Estuary.
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Flint can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $7 (€6), while the average price is around $18 (€14).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Flint is by train, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
There is no high speed train available from Manchester to Flint.
The train from Manchester to Flint takes 1h 18m and runs 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Flint.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Flint is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), which connects to Flint station (FLN).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester to Flint. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Flint.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester to Flint. The journey takes 1h 18m, covers 40 miles (65 km), and trains run 6 times per day.
The distance by train from Manchester to Flint is 40 miles (65 km).
The first train from Manchester to Flint leaves at 4:07 AM.
The last train from Manchester to Flint leaves at 11:45 PM.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Flint
Manchester
Flint
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Flint.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Flint is Flint. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Flint for your journey to Flint from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:15 Saturday 06:15 - 21:15 Sunday 09:15 - 15:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1/B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails from Corporation Street. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a ramp from the station car park. A footbridge with steps connects both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: By the night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Flint
- Onward travel information: Nearest bus stop on Chester street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop outside McDonalds (towards Rhyl) and outside The Ship pub (towards Chester) both on Holywell Road
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