- Recommended
The Arts Centre, Edge Hill University
University gallery presenting changing contemporary art exhibitions, making it one of Ormskirk’s main cultural venues.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Ormskirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ormskirk will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 3 trains from Manchester to Ormskirk, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||
Trains from Manchester to Ormskirk run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Ormskirk.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ormskirk trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:08 AM Manchester | 1h33 | 7:41 AM Ormskirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Manchester | 1h33 | 8:42 AM Ormskirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Manchester | 1h33 | 9:42 AM Ormskirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Ormskirk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ormskirk trip today.
University gallery presenting changing contemporary art exhibitions, making it one of Ormskirk’s main cultural venues.
National Trust manor with furnished historic interiors and interpretation that functions as a major heritage house museum near Ormskirk.
Volunteer-run local history display space sharing records and objects that illuminate Ormskirk’s people, trades, and past.
Long-established open market area that defines the town’s identity, best visited on market days for local atmosphere.
Historic shopping street by the parish church and market, ideal for experiencing Ormskirk’s traditional town-centre character.
Green park near the centre with play areas, sports space, and room to relax, popular with residents and visiting families.
A crumbly Lancashire cow’s milk cheese, often eaten with crusty bread. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Butter pie is a Lancashire pastry filled with potato, onion and butter. It is a local Catholic Friday staple with deep regional roots.
A sweet baked tart of dried fruit, spices and shortcrust pastry. It is strongly associated with nearby Chorley and wider Lancashire.
Refined modern British dining in a stylish setting. Known for careful cooking, tasting menus and a strong local reputation.
Established town-centre restaurant serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes with grilled meats, meze and a lively atmosphere.
Traditional pub close to the market, popular for cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels are often cheaper than major cities, while dining and rail fares are typical for regional England.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
Official public transport app
Ormskirk Railway Station -> Ormskirk Town Centre
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Ormskirk.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Ormskirk trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Ormskirk station pair, with some services arriving at Town Green. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Ormskirk 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.
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 options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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.
Ormskirk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ormskirk.
Ticket office support is available at Ormskirk. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ormskirk: Parking, WC.
Available at Ormskirk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ormskirk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Town Green is 3 km from Ormskirk city centre. Public transport options include:
Town Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Town Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Town Green: Parking, WC.
Available at Town Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Town Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step-free access to all platforms", Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Check train stations information for Manchester and Ormskirk, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need