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Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road by train

First train

20:15

Last train

00:06

Departure station

Manchester Victoria

Arrival station

Eccles Road

Journey time

From 8h 12m

Distance

151 miles (243 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Manchester Victoria and Eccles Road, which usually take 9 hours 28 minutes to complete the 151 miles (243 km) journey. It can take as little as 8 hours 12 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 Eccles Road by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway 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 Victoria to Eccles Road if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Eccles Road? 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 Victoria to Eccles Road? 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 Victoria to Eccles Road take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Victoria and Eccles Road is 9 hours and 28 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Victoria and Eccles Road by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road is 8 hours and 12 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road. Travelling from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road leave?

The first train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road leaves at 20:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road leave?

The last train from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road leaves at 00:06. 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 Victoria and Eccles Road by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road cover a distance of around 151 miles (243 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Eccles Road

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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