| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Kirkstall Forge | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 3m | |
| Distance | 35 miles (56 km) | |
| Frequency | 135 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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If you want to know more about the journey from Kirkstall Forge to Manchester by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Kirkstall Forge to Manchester by train is 2 hours 7 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 3 minutes. You'll usually find 135 trains per day travelling the 35 miles (56 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Manchester. You'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express to get to Manchester, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
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