4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wellingborough
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Wellingborough without transferring at least 3 times.
8:56 PM9h40Manchester6:36 AMWellingboroughFind prices3 transfers
- 8:56 PM9h40Manchester6:36 AMWellingboroughFind prices3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Wellingborough:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Wellingborough costing on average $75 (€62).
Other travel options to Wellingborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $75 (€62) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Wellingborough.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Wellingborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Wellingborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Wellingborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Wellingborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Wellingborough from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Wellingborough
Most Manchester to Wellingborough trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wellingborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Wellingborough leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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.
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.
Which Wellingborough station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Wellingborough from Wellingborough city centre
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough train station facilities and services
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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