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Slaithwaite Museum
Volunteer-run local history museum in the village centre with displays on textile work, canal life, and community heritage.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Slaithwaite is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Slaithwaite will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Slaithwaite, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 34 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.

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Trains from Manchester to Slaithwaite run on average 24 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Slaithwaite.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Slaithwaite trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:58 PM Manchester | 0h35 | 9:33 PM Slaithwaite | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Manchester | 0h33 | 10:28 PM Slaithwaite | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:51 PM Manchester | 1h13 | 12:04 AM Slaithwaite | 1 transfer | |
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Volunteer-run local history museum in the village centre with displays on textile work, canal life, and community heritage.
Working textile museum in nearby Golcar where visitors can see weaving machinery and learn about West Yorkshire cloth production.
Art gallery in Huddersfield with changing exhibitions, modern and historic collections, and a strong local cultural programme.
Scenic village canal stretch with locks, towpaths, and stone buildings; ideal for an easy walk and the best introduction to Slaithwaite.
Woodland and moorland valley on the village edge with reservoirs, paths, and broad views popular with walkers and birdwatchers.
Rugged reservoir landscape above Slaithwaite offering open moorland scenery, walking routes, and dramatic Pennine views.
A soft white bread roll from nearby Huddersfield, often filled with ham or cheese. It is a classic West Yorkshire bakery staple with strong local identity.
A dark fruit loaf from Yorkshire made with tea, dried fruit and spices. It is a traditional teatime bake often served sliced with butter.
A rich fruit cake packed with currants and peel, long tied to Yorkshire baking traditions and commonly eaten at celebrations and with tea.
Friendly village café known for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and coffee. Casual atmosphere and a reliable local favourite.
Popular canal-side pub in Slaithwaite serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Traditional pub with food and drinks near the village centre, offering a cosy setting and a menu of British comfort dishes.
Moderate for northern England. Pubs and cafes are reasonably priced, lodging is often cheaper than major UK cities, and local rail or bus costs are manageable for visitors.
Service is often included only in larger restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and cafe tipping is optional.
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Slaithwaite Railway Station -> Huddersfield Railway Station, Huddersfield
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Slaithwaite 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 Slaithwaite, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Slaithwaite trains use the Manchester Airport to Slaithwaite station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Slaithwaite train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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 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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Slaithwaite has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Slaithwaite.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slaithwaite: Parking.
Available at Slaithwaite: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Slaithwaite: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Huddersfield platform: Level access from public highway straight onto platform. Manchester platform: Step free access up sloping footpath from car park area onto platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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