- Must visit
Laurel & Hardy Museum
The town's signature museum celebrating Laurel and Hardy, born here through Stan Laurel. Displays, memorabilia, and film heritage make it essential.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 06
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
1 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 06
12
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Ulverston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ulverston will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 12 trains from Manchester to Ulverston, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
W84937 · W85211+
G85524
G89056
C31897 · G89064 · C17236
G89052
C31721
C31721
G89052
G89054
G89048
G89056Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Ulverston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Ulverston take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 39m by train vs 1h 49m by car) and roughly $4 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 (€23) vs $33 (€27)). 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 Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ulverston trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C31897 · G89064 · C17236 | 8:05 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 2h48 | 10:53 AM Ulverston station (ULV) | 2 transfers | |
G89064 · C17236 | 8:56 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h57 | 10:53 AM Ulverston station (ULV) | 1 transfer | |
C31721 | 9:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h40 | 11:38 AM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89066 · C17222 | 11:54 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h02 | 1:56 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 1 transfer | |
G89048 | 1:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h51 | 3:43 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85192+ C17238 | 2:30 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h15 | 4:45 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 1 transfer | |
G89050 | 3:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h54 | 5:46 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89052 | 4:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h51 | 6:43 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85203+ G85510 | 5:30 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h16 | 7:46 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 1 transfer | |
G89054 | 6:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h51 | 8:43 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89056 | 7:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h52 | 9:44 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84937 · W85211+ G85524 | 8:30 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h31 | 11:01 PM Ulverston station (ULV) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Ulverston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:05 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
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Discover the best of Ulverston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ulverston trip today.
The town's signature museum celebrating Laurel and Hardy, born here through Stan Laurel. Displays, memorabilia, and film heritage make it essential.
Volunteer-run museum covering the Furness area's social, industrial, and maritime past. A strong introduction to local history in a central location.
Community heritage centre preserving local archives and objects linked to Ulverston's people, trades, and civic story. Useful for deeper local context.
Popular hillside walking area around the Hoad with open views over town, estuary, and fells. One of the best viewpoints in the district.
Historic canal-side walking area leading toward the bay. Flat paths, wildlife, and industrial heritage make it one of Ulverston's best easy walks.
Main shopping street lined with independent businesses and period buildings. It captures Ulverston's market-town character and festival atmosphere.
A close Cumbrian cousin of Lancashire hotpot: slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, prized as hearty fell-country comfort food.
Traditional Cumberland sausage, usually coiled and boldly seasoned with pepper and herbs. A classic regional meat dish strongly associated with Cumbria.
Sticky gingerbread from nearby Grasmere, famous across Cumbria for its spicy, chewy-crisp texture and long heritage as a Lakeland treat.
Well-regarded contemporary restaurant known for refined British cooking, local produce and a relaxed smart atmosphere in Ulverston town centre.
Reliable local venue for wood-fired pizzas, pasta and casual meals. Friendly setting suited to families and relaxed evening dining.
Established pub and dining room serving cask ales and classic British dishes. Popular for a traditional atmosphere and central location.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and meals are usually cheaper than major tourist cities, while local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: optional, usually just small change.
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Ulverston railway station -> Ulverston town centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ulverston 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 Ulverston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Ulverston trains use the Manchester Airport to Ulverston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Ulverston 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 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.
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.
Ulverston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Ulverston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Ulverston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulverston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulverston: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Farmers Ulverston, The Sun Inn.
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