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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Littleborough
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Littleborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Littleborough will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Littleborough on Sat, Jul 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
8:36 PM0h21Manchester8:57 PMLittleborough$31One-way0 transfers
- 8:36 PM0h21Manchester8:57 PMLittleborough$31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Littleborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Littleborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Littleborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
The journey is about 22m faster (20m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($4 (€4) vs $5 (€5)). 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Littleborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Littleborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Littleborough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Littleborough from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Littleborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Littleborough 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 Littleborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Littleborough
Most Manchester to Littleborough trains use the Manchester Victoria to Littleborough station pair, with some services arriving at Smithy Bridge. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Littleborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Littleborough 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 Moston from Manchester city centre
Moston is 6 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Moston train station facilities and services
Moston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Moston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Services Towards Manchester : From Hollinwood Avenue, along a path (75 paces, 1:14 variable slope) onto the platform. Services towards Rochdale : From Hollinwood Avenue, through a 4ft gate and down a ramp (65 paces, 1:12 variable slope) onto the platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Littleborough station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Littleborough from Littleborough city centre
Littleborough train station facilities and services
Littleborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Littleborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Littleborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Littleborough: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Littleborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Littleborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Ticket office at floor level but platforms are up steps. Ramps to each platform too, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Smithy Bridge from Littleborough city centre
Smithy Bridge is 1 km from Littleborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Smithy Bridge train station facilities and services
Smithy Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Smithy Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Smithy Bridge: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Smithy Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There is level access to both of the platforms via road and level crossing. Step free access from car park to station entrance but have to cross road, 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 card only machine is located adjacent to the path on the entrance to the Manchester bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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