Strood to Manchester by train
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Overview: trains from Strood to Manchester
Find the key information for travelling by train from Strood 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.
Going from Strood to Manchester by train
About to set off from Strood to Manchester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.
Cost of train travel from Strood to Manchester
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Strood to Manchester:
Cheapest ticket: £75.80
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:
Comparing train prices with Rail Europe
Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.
Train schedule for travel between Strood and Manchester
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 41 trains make this journey of 297 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Strood is at 06:01 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:32.
During the weekend, 06:02 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:32 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 21 minutes.
How long does the train from Strood to Manchester take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 14 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 297 kilometres.
Booking Strood to Manchester trains in advance
Booking your Strood to Manchester tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 4 and a half months before departure.
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Further insights on trains from Strood to Manchester
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 Manchester city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Strood to Manchester
Want to know more about your journey from Strood 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 Strood and Manchester spans 297 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is £75.80. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
You can book your tickets 4 and a half months in advance for this route.
The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 14 minutes.
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