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Blists Hill Victorian Town
Award-winning museum inside restored 19th-century furnaces, explaining ironmaking and the industrial story that changed the world.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€31
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€58
Fastest journey on Oct 20
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
2 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 20
6
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Telford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Telford will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Telford without transferring at least once.
G38870 · G38556
G01144+
G38589
G01005+
G38356
W33903+
W70202+
G86192
G38870+
C16887
G01005+
G38356
G38870+
C16887
G01144+
G38589
G38870 · G38556
W33903+
W70202+
G86192Trains from Manchester to Telford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Telford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G86189+ W34265+ W70200 | 8:16 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 3h10 | 11:26 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2 transfers | |
G01005+ G38356 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 9:58 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
G38870 · G38556 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h21 | 10:51 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
G38870+ C16887 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h48 | 10:18 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
G01144+ G38589 | 9:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h55 | 10:58 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
G86192+ W33903+ W70202 | 9:16 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 3h08 | 12:24 PM Telford Central (TFC) | 2 transfers | |
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Award-winning museum inside restored 19th-century furnaces, explaining ironmaking and the industrial story that changed the world.
Outstanding museum on the bridge’s construction, engineering, and global importance, housed beside the world-famous Iron Bridge.
Large science and engineering museum with interactive displays on power, transport, and innovation across the Severn Gorge.
UNESCO-listed gorge with museums, villages, riverside walks, and industrial landmarks; the essential area to explore in Telford.
Wooded hill and classic local hike with panoramic summit views over Shropshire, popular with walkers and photographers.
Large urban park with lakes, play areas, events, and easy paths, ideal for families near Telford town centre.
A Shropshire blue-veined cheese with a creamy texture and rich, tangy flavour. It is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A traditional Shropshire fruit loaf packed with dried fruit and spice. It is commonly eaten sliced with butter or local cheese.
A classic regional cake or biscuit scented with lemon, often crisp and buttery. It is closely associated with Shropshire tea tables.
Established fine dining restaurant in Ironbridge with polished British cooking and a refined, intimate atmosphere.
Classic traditional pub in Ironbridge offering hearty British dishes, cask ales, and a characterful heritage setting.
Popular independent steakhouse in Telford Centre, known for grilled meats, cocktails, and a lively modern setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Telford Central -> Telford Town Centre, Telford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Telford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Telford Central station pair, with some services arriving at Oakengates. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Telford 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 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.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Oakengates is 1 km from Telford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oakengates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oakengates.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements.
Available at Oakengates: Parking.
Available at Oakengates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakengates: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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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