The average train between Motherwell and Manchester takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell 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 Motherwell and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Manchester at 8:23 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.
Motherwell to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Motherwell to Manchester train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Motherwell and Manchester is 280.4 km. The road distance is 336 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Motherwell to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 57m.
