The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond to Manchester
Cheapest price
$256
Average price
$256
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond to Manchester will cost around $256 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $256.
Of the 1 trains that leave Richmond for Manchester on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Richmond to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€85 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Richmond to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond to Manchester trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:14 AM Richmond | 3h31 | 7:45 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:58 AM Richmond | 3h21 | 8:19 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Avanti West Coast operates all train services from Richmond to Manchester. Omio is the only official third party seller for Avanti West Coast tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond to Manchester
Trains from Richmond to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Richmond to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Richmond and Manchester from $12 (€10). 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 Richmond to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Richmond to Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:45 Saturday 06:15 - 21:45 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the platform level Concourse area. The National key toilets are located at the platform level Concourse area; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle stands located in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Opposite station on Kew Road (A307) bus stop Z
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating is available.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Richmond: Lower Mortlake Road (A316) Bus Stop SM To Barnes: Manor Road (B353) Bus Stop SC
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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