Explore Manchester to Earlestown by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Manchester to Earlestown aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Manchester and Earlestown

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$5.19

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train times for travel between Manchester and Earlestown

If you are taking the train from Manchester to Earlestown, you will have 42 trains each day (with a departure every 27 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:22. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:40. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:24, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:36.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Manchester to Earlestown?

On this route spanning 26 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 19 minutes.

How far in advance Manchester and Earlestown tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Manchester and Earlestown are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Further insights on trains from Manchester to Earlestown

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Earlestown city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Manchester to Earlestown by train?

The train route from Manchester to Earlestown covers 26 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Manchester to Earlestown cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$5.19. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Manchester to Earlestown train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Manchester to Earlestown by train?

The fastest journey time is 19 minutes.