Travelling from Manchester to Eccles by train

Considering a train trip from Manchester to Eccles? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train travel between Manchester and Eccles: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Manchester to Eccles:

  • Cheapest tickets: £2.21

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Manchester to Eccles daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Eccles on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 42 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:22: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:32: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:22: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:36: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 30 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time from Manchester to Eccles

The quickest time by train is 7 minutes, travelling a total distance of 6 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Manchester to Eccles trains

Tickets for travel to Eccles along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Maximising your travels to Eccles

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

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Manchester to Eccles by train?

The trip from Manchester to Eccles covers a distance of 6 kilometres.

What is the Manchester to Eccles train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £2.21. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Manchester to Eccles?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Manchester to Eccles?

The fastest journey by train is 7 minutes.