The average train between Manchester and Telford takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Telford. 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 Telford. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Telford at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Telford. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Telford station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Manchester to Telford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Telford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.
Book your Manchester to Telford train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Telford is 90.6 km. The road distance is 135 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £35–50 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.