Manchester to Strood train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Manchester to Strood by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Manchester to Strood take around 3 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 297 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around  05:05. The last departure is usually at around 21:15 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:25, with the last train leaving at around 22:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 37 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$98.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Strood, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Strood.

Is there a direct train from Manchester to Strood?

The journey between Manchester and Strood usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester to Strood every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Strood?

The Manchester to Strood train travel takes about 3 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester to Strood train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Strood leaving Manchester at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 21:15 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:25, with the final departure at 22:28.