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Manchester to Barmouth by train
It takes an average of 6h 7m to travel from Manchester to Barmouth by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (148 km). There are normally 10 trains per day traveling from Manchester to Barmouth and tickets for this journey start from $50.74 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:49 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:03 pm | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Barmouth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 18m | |
| Distance | 92 miles (148 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $50.74 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester to Barmouth in 4 hours 18 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Barmouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 7 minutes to travel the 148 km from Manchester to Barmouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Manchester to Barmouth start from $50.74 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Barmouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Barmouth
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Barmouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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