The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Oswestry
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Oswestry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Oswestry will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Oswestry on Thu, Jul 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
10:48 AM1h58Manchester12:46 PMOswestry$91One-way0 transfers
9:48 AM2h08Manchester11:56 AMOswestry$181One-way0 transfers
7:48 AM2h04Manchester9:52 AMOswestry$211One-way0 transfers
10:48 AM1h58Manchester12:46 PMOswestry$91One-way0 transfers
7:48 AM2h04Manchester9:52 AMOswestry$211One-way0 transfers
9:48 AM2h08Manchester11:56 AMOswestry$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Oswestry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Oswestry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Oswestry train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Oswestry trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 AM Manchester | 2h02 | 10:50 AM Oswestry | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Manchester | 2h02 | 11:50 AM Oswestry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Oswestry
Trains from Manchester to Oswestry run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail from Manchester to Oswestry trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester and Oswestry 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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Northern Rail
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Oswestry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Oswestry 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 Oswestry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Oswestry
Most Manchester to Oswestry trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Ruabon station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Oswestry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Oswestry leave from?
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 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.
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