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A National Trust house museum with preserved interiors, servants’ quarters, and collections that vividly show estate life across different social classes.
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wrexham will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Wrexham on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Wrexham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €28.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Wrexham:
A train is €11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Wrexham costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Wrexham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-2.55. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 1h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wrexham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:48 AM Manchester | 1h51 | 9:39 AM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:48 AM Manchester | 1h51 | 10:39 AM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Manchester | 2h04 | 11:10 AM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Manchester | 2h22 | 12:10 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Manchester | 2h18 | 12:10 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:06 AM Manchester | 2h04 | 12:10 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Wrexham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than in big cities, dining is reasonable, and local bus or rail costs are manageable for most visitors.
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Wrexham General -> Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre, Wrexham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Wrexham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Wrexham General station pair, with some services arriving at Wrexham Central. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wrexham 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 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.
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.
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Wrexham Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wrexham Central: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Wrexham Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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