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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Kirkham
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kirkham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kirkham will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 47 trains that leave Manchester for Kirkham on Mon, Jun 29, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 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.
5:08 AM0h53Manchester6:01 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers- 6:06 AM1h02Manchester7:08 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers
- 6:36 AM1h01Manchester7:37 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers
- 7:06 AM1h02Manchester8:08 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers
- 7:37 AM1h00Manchester8:37 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers
- 5:08 AM0h53Manchester6:01 AMKirkham & Wesham$121One-way0 transfers
- 8:53 AM0h55Manchester9:48 AMKirkham & Wesham$181One-way1 transfer
- 9:53 AM0h55Manchester10:48 AMKirkham & Wesham$181One-way1 transfer
- 10:53 AM0h55Manchester11:48 AMKirkham & Wesham$181One-way1 transfer
- 1:53 PM0h55Manchester2:48 PMKirkham & Wesham$181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Kirkham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kirkham 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 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m 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 Kirkham:
A train is $0.13 (€0.11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Kirkham costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Kirkham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 7m faster (55m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $15 (€13)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Kirkham train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kirkham trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM Manchester | 0h53 | 6:01 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:52 AM Manchester | 0h57 | 6:49 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 6:06 AM Manchester | 1h02 | 7:08 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:36 AM Manchester | 1h01 | 7:37 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:06 AM Manchester | 1h02 | 8:08 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:37 AM Manchester | 1h00 | 8:37 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:53 AM Manchester | 0h56 | 8:49 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 8:06 AM Manchester | 1h01 | 9:07 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:36 AM Manchester | 1h02 | 9:38 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:53 AM Manchester | 0h55 | 9:48 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 9:06 AM Manchester | 1h01 | 10:07 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:37 AM Manchester | 0h59 | 10:36 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:53 AM Manchester | 0h55 | 10:48 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 10:06 AM Manchester | 1h00 | 11:06 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:37 AM Manchester | 0h58 | 11:35 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:53 AM Manchester | 0h55 | 11:48 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 11:06 AM Manchester | 1h01 | 12:07 PM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:37 AM Manchester | 0h58 | 12:35 PM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:53 AM Manchester | 1h04 | 12:57 PM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 12:06 PM Manchester | 1h01 | 1:07 PM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:37 PM Manchester | 0h58 | 1:35 PM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Kirkham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Kirkham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Kirkham trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Kirkham from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Kirkham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kirkham 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 Kirkham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Kirkham
Most Manchester to Kirkham trains use the Manchester Airport to Kirkham & Wesham station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Kirkham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Kirkham leave from?
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 Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
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