The average train between Manchester and Ruabon takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Ruabon. 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 Ruabon. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Ruabon at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Ruabon? 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 Ruabon. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Ruabon station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Manchester to Ruabon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Ruabon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ruabon station.
Book your Manchester to Ruabon train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Manchester and Ruabon is 76.7 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Ruabon via Chester in around 2h 3m.