The average train between Perth and Manchester takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 Perth and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Manchester at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Perth to Manchester? 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 Perth to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Manchester station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Perth to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Perth to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Perth and Manchester is 332.9 km. The road distance is 441 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 5h 30m.