The average train between Arbroath and Manchester takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Arbroath to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Arbroath and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 8:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Manchester at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Arbroath to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at Manchester station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Arbroath to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Arbroath to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Arbroath and Manchester is 343.5 km. The road distance is 472 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 5h 27m.