Trains from Wolverhampton to Manchester

Wolverhampton to Manchester train information

Wolverhampton Manchester train map

Train duration 1h20m
Arrival Manchester, England
Departure Wolverhampton, England
Distance 62 Miles
Train operators Cross Country
Lowest train price from £18.74
Average train price £36.00

Which operators can I use?

All trains connecting Wolverhampton (West Midlands England) to Manchester (North West England) are run by Cross Country. The services on board will vary depending on the rail provider.

How much times does it take?

The train is a quick and simple solution to travel to Manchester from Wolverhampton. The average train time from Wolverhampton to Manchester is 1h20m to cover the 62 miles.

What is the price of a train ticket for this journey?

The cheapest ticket price we've found to travel in the next month is £18.74 one way.

Best prices for Wolverhampton to Manchester train tickets

from £18.74 MORE 1h12m
Other modes of transport available
Coach
from €14.00 MORE 2h49m
from £9.77 MORE 2h49m

Wolverhampton - Manchester prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Wolverhampton to Manchester by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

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Distribusion£14

FlixBus£6

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Ticket prices and availability have been recorded in the last 72 hours from the data provided by our partners.

Train times Wolverhampton to Manchester

When are the next trains to Manchester?

Departure Arrival Duration Company
Today
Wolverhampton
12:19
Manchester Piccadilly
13:29
1h10m Cross Country
Wolverhampton
12:32
Manchester Piccadilly
13:44
1h07m Multiple companies
Wolverhampton
12:32
Manchester Piccadilly
14:13
1h18m Multiple companies
Wolverhampton
12:49
Manchester Piccadilly
13:59
1h10m Cross Country
Wolverhampton
13:19
Manchester Piccadilly
14:29
1h10m Cross Country
Wolverhampton
13:32
Manchester Piccadilly
14:44
1h07m Multiple companies

The table above only shows the remaining services for today and will display a maximum of 10 train departures.

See all departures: Today / Tomorrow

Based on our data, 6 trains from Wolverhampton to Manchester are available today and 0 tomorrow. The first Wolverhampton Manchester train leaves at 12:19 while the last train leaves the station at 13:32. The first and last departure hours can vary every day and there can be less trains during weekends as well as bank holidays. Train companies can as well adjust the number of trains during school holidays or depending on the demand.

Wolverhampton - Manchester: the best time to book cheap trains

Cost of the train when booking in advance or at the last minute

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£14

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£12

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£19

Same day

Days before Departure

The table above is based on the best prices found over the last six months depending on how much time in advance the train is bought. Purchasing your train from Wolverhampton to Manchester in advance should enable you to spend less for your trip.

We found tickets available from £10 when booking your ticket 15 days in advance which is 47% cheaper than the best ticket we found when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling.

Best prices for Wolverhampton to Manchester trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Wolverhampton and Manchester by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Manchester to Wolverhampton and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

From To Price Departure on At Company Searched
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£18.74 22/05/2025 05:49 26 days ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£22.33 30/04/2025 12:32 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£23.32 30/04/2025 12:49 Cross Country 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£23.32 30/04/2025 12:19 Cross Country 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Oxford Road
£41.32 22/05/2025 05:15 26 days ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£42.47 30/04/2025 13:19 Cross Country 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£42.47 30/04/2025 13:32 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£42.47 30/04/2025 12:32 23 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£51.39 22/05/2025 05:53 26 days ago
Wolverhampton
Manchester
Piccadilly
£51.39 22/05/2025 05:15 26 days ago

Best prices for the next 180 days.

Wolverhampton Manchester train

Discount Wolverhampton - Manchester train tickets

National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you might want to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to make great savings for your Wolverhampton Manchester train ticket.

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Wolverhampton Manchester ticket (i.e.: £35.92)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£35.92 = 2.45. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 3 trips from Wolverhampton to Manchester (one way journey).

The price to get a Disabled persons railcard is £20 while it will cost you £30 to buy the 16-25, Two together, Family and Friends or the Senior railcard. All of them enable you to save 34% off most rail fares for an entire year.

(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Wolverhampton to Manchester train £35.92 £23.95 £11.97 2.46

(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare

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