4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Kirkby
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kirkby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kirkby will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Kirkby on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
6:28 PM1h55Manchester8:23 PMKirkby$81One-way0 transfers
- 6:28 PM1h55Manchester8:23 PMKirkby$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Kirkby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kirkby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Kirkby:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Kirkby costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Kirkby take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.97 (€-4.09). The journey takes 1h 10m versus 50m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Kirkby by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Manchester to Kirkby trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Kirkby.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Kirkby.
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Kirkby.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Kirkby.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Kirkby
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Trains from Manchester to Kirkby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Kirkby trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Kirkby from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transpennine Express
East Midlands Railway
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Kirkby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kirkby 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 Kirkby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Kirkby
Most Manchester to Kirkby trains use the Manchester Victoria to Headbolt Lane station pair, with some services arriving at Kirkby. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Kirkby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Kirkby 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.
Getting to Headbolt Lane from Kirkby city centre
Headbolt Lane train station facilities and services
Headbolt Lane has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headbolt Lane: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Kirkby from Kirkby city centre
Kirkby train station facilities and services
Kirkby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Kirkby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The Ticket office is step free and ramps can be used to access platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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