The average train between Manchester and Lydney takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Lydney. 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 hourly between Manchester and Lydney. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Lydney at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lydney. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Lydney station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Manchester to Lydney train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Lydney train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lydney station.
Book your Manchester to Lydney train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Manchester and Lydney is 196.2 km. The road distance is 245 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lydney via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa in around 3h 37m.