The average train between Manchester and Fairbourne takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Fairbourne. 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 Manchester and Fairbourne. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Fairbourne at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Fairbourne? 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 Manchester to Fairbourne. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Fairbourne station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Manchester to Fairbourne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Fairbourne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Fairbourne station.
Book your Manchester to Fairbourne train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Manchester and Fairbourne is 149.2 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fairbourne via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h 21m.