Dublin to Manchester by train

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Overview: trains from Dublin to Manchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dublin to Manchester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 02:15 View journey
Last train 22:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 267
Trains / day 9 View all
Cheapest journey CA$73.92 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 53m
Train operators 6

Dublin to Manchester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Dublin to Manchester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 267 kilometres.

Train cost between Dublin to Manchester

Getting from Dublin to Manchester by rail typically costs CA$73.92, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Dublin and Manchester

If you are taking the train from Dublin to Manchester, you will have 9 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 33 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 02:15. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:35. On weekends, the first train departs at 02:15, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:35.

Dublin to Manchester distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 267 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 5 hours and 30 minutes.

When are tickets between Dublin and Manchester available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Dublin and Manchester can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Manchester

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Manchester.

FAQs about the train journey from Dublin to Manchester

Want to know more about your journey from Dublin to Manchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Dublin and Manchester spans 267 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.