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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Morecambe
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Morecambe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Morecambe will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Morecambe on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
7:03 AM2h39Manchester9:42 AMMorecambe$161One-way0 transfers
- 7:03 AM2h39Manchester9:42 AMMorecambe$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Morecambe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Morecambe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Morecambe:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Morecambe costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Morecambe take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $21 (€17)). 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 TransPennine Express, 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 Morecambe train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Morecambe trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:03 AM Manchester | 2h39 | 9:42 AM Morecambe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Morecambe
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Trains from Manchester to Morecambe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Morecambe trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Morecambe from $9 (€8). 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 Morecambe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Morecambe 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 Morecambe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Morecambe
Most Manchester to Morecambe trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Morecambe station pair, with some services arriving at Bare Lane. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Morecambe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Morecambe leave from?
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.
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 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.
Which Morecambe station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Morecambe from Morecambe city centre
Morecambe train station facilities and services
Morecambe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Morecambe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Morecambe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Morecambe: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Morecambe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Morecambe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to platform from Central Drive up a gentle 30 metre ramp with handrail or up 4 steps and 15 metre ramp with handrail, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bare Lane from Morecambe city centre
Bare Lane is 1 km from Morecambe city centre. Public transport options include:
Bare Lane train station facilities and services
Bare Lane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bare Lane.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bare Lane: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bare Lane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bare Lane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Step free access to both platforms via short ramps. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, 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.
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