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Outbound fromManchester to Putney by train
It takes an average of 4h 41m to travel from Manchester to Putney by train, over a distance of around 164 miles (263 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Putney and tickets for this journey start from £39.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Putney | |
| Journey time | From 3h 22m | |
| Distance | 164 miles (263 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £39.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
Taking the train from Manchester to Putney in 3 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Putney? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 41 minutes to travel the 164 miles (263 km) from Manchester to Putney by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Putney. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Putney in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £39.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Putney by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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 Putney is right for you.
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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.
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