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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
The table below shows live departures for Speke to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84652+![]() | Delayed 5:24 AM 5:40 AMLiverpool, John Lennon Airport | 1h27 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
P24212+![]() | Delayed 5:33 AM 5:40 AMLiverpool, John Lennon Airport | 1h52 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G86263 · P24212 | On time 6:13 AM Hunts Cross (HNX) | 1h19 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G86263+ W84652 | On time 6:13 AM Hunts Cross (HNX) | 0h54 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
G86284 · P24212 | On time 6:18 AM Hunts Cross (HNX) | 1h16 | 7:34 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
G86284 · P24212 | On time 6:18 AM Hunts Cross (HNX) | 1h14 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G86284+ C04345 | On time 6:18 AM Hunts Cross (HNX) | 1h23 | 7:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84652 | On time 6:24 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h43 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24212 | On time 6:33 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h59 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04345 | On time 6:59 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h39 | 7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84659 | On time 7:29 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h38 | 8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24216 | On time 7:35 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h58 | 8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04349 | On time 7:59 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0h38 | 8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Take a train from Speke to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 27 miles (44 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:30.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
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Central square framed by grand civic buildings, museums, and monuments. A classic starting point for exploring the city centre.
Creative quarter of street art, music history, indie shops, and nightlife. It is one of Manchester's most characterful neighborhoods.
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A comforting Northern pudding of suet pastry filled with beef and onion, traditionally steamed and served with gravy. Common in Greater Manchester pubs.
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Refined modern British fine dining in a restored townhouse. Known for tasting menus, polished service and one of Manchester’s top culinary reputations.
Lively Indian restaurant famous for bold curries, grills and chaat. A long-established Rusholme favourite with a casual, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than London, while dining and transit are manageable for tourists with many mid-range options.
Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Speke 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.

Most Speke to Manchester trains use the Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Road station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Speke and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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