The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Llanberis
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Llanberis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Llanberis will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 15 trains that leave Manchester for Llanberis on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
L64252 · L64182
L64242 · L64176
L64242
L64247 · L64848
L64252 · L64182
Y25408+
L02178
L64242
Y25408+
L64176
L02116 · L02178
Y25639+
L64848Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Llanberis
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Llanberis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €36.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Llanberis train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Llanberis trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L64242 · L64176 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h00 | 12:48 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
L64242 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h19 | 12:07 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L64242 · L64176 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h44 | 12:32 PM Llanfairfechan station (LLF) | 1 transfer | |
L02116 · L02178 | On time 9:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 12:24 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
Y25408+ L02178 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h18 | 12:24 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
Y25408+ L64176 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h26 | 12:32 PM Llanfairfechan station (LLF) | 1 transfer | |
Y25408+ L64176 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h42 | 12:48 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
L64247 · L64848 | On time 10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h48 | 1:36 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
L64247 · L64848 | On time 10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h55 | 1:43 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
Y25639+ L64848 | On time 11:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h37 | 1:43 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
Y25639+ L64848 | On time 11:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h30 | 1:36 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
L64252 · L64182 | On time 11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h43 | 2:31 PM Llanfairfechan station (LLF) | 1 transfer | |
L64252 · L64182 | On time 11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h53 | 2:41 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
L64252 · L64182 | On time 11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h59 | 2:47 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
Y25409+ L64182 | On time 12:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h41 | 2:47 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Llanberis
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester to Llanberis start from as low as $28 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $41 (€33) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 17 daily trains from Manchester to Llanberis with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 19m but the average duration is 2h 19m
Train Operators
- Travel from Manchester to Llanberis with Transport for Wales
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Transport for Wales.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and arrive in Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
- First train typically departs at 04:44 AM and the last at 09:48 PM
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Llanberis trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Llanberis from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Llanberis
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Llanberis 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 Llanberis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Llanberis
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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