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British Commercial Vehicle Museum
Leyland's signature museum, showcasing buses, vans, trucks, and British commercial vehicle history with family-friendly exhibits and preserved vehicles.
Cheapest price on Sep 29
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 29
$9
Fastest journey on Sep 29
41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
41 m
Trains on Sep 29
1
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Leyland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Leyland will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Leyland, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 41 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.


The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Leyland trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:39 AM Manchester | 0h41 | 10:20 AM Leyland | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Leyland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Leyland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leyland trip today.
Leyland's signature museum, showcasing buses, vans, trucks, and British commercial vehicle history with family-friendly exhibits and preserved vehicles.
Local museum in Astley Hall with changing displays on Chorley's history, decorative arts, and objects linked to the surrounding estate.
Museum gallery at Harris in Preston featuring art, local history, and civic collections. A strong nearby option for visitors based in Leyland.
Well-kept town park with lawns, play areas, sports space, and woodland edges. A popular everyday green space for walks and family time.
Waterside walking route along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with peaceful towpaths, bridges, wildlife, and easy access from the Leyland area.
Popular local nature area with woodland paths, wildflower meadows, and family trails. Good for a quiet walk close to central Leyland.
A hearty Lancashire stew of lamb or mutton, onions and root vegetables, long linked to mill towns and Sunday family meals across the county.
A traditional pressed cow’s milk cheese from Lancashire, prized for its crumbly texture and tangy, buttery flavour.
A classic northern pudding of suet pastry filled with currants or jam and steamed. It is a long-standing comfort dessert in Lancashire homes.
Casual Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and family-friendly dining with a lively, modern atmosphere.
Established town-centre pub restaurant serving British favourites, grills and drinks in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Smart contemporary restaurant and bar serving British and European dishes, cocktails and weekend social dining.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Leyland Station -> Leyland Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Leyland 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 Leyland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Leyland trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Leyland station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Leyland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Leyland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leyland.
Ticket office support is available at Leyland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leyland: Parking.
Available at Leyland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leyland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, 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.
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