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Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan by train

First train

04:08

Last train

20:57

Departure station

Manchester Oxford Road

Arrival station

Old Roan

Journey time

From 1h 22m

Distance

29 miles (47 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

How to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan? Look no further.

You'll usually find 14 trains per day running between Manchester Oxford Road and Old Roan, which usually take 1 hour 40 minutes to complete the 29 miles (47 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Old Roan by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Old Roan? 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 timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Oxford Road and Old Roan is 1 hour and 40 minutes, with around 14 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Oxford Road and Old Roan by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan is 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan. Travelling from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan leave?

The first train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan leaves at 04:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan leave?

The last train from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan leaves at 20:57. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester Oxford Road and Old Roan by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan cover a distance of around 29 miles (47 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Old Roan to Manchester Oxford Road.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Old Roan

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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