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East Kilbride to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from East Kilbride to Manchester, starting from AU$ 19.12 and averaging AU$ 33.13. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 2m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Aug 1
    From AU$ 31.86
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From AU$ 19.12
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AU$ 31.86
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From AU$ 31.86
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From AU$ 31.86
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From AU$ 31.86
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From AU$ 31.86
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:20
East Kilbride
10:22
Manchester Oxford Road
4h 2m, No directScotRailTransPennine Express
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06:50
East Kilbride
11:18
Manchester Victoria
4h 28m, No directScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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06:50
East Kilbride
11:22
Manchester Oxford Road
4h 32m, No directScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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07:28
East Kilbride
11:51
Deansgate
4h 23m, No directScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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08:15
East Kilbride
12:22
Manchester Oxford Road
4h 7m, No directScotRailTransPennine Express
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08:28
East Kilbride
12:51
Paris
4h 23m, No directScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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East Kilbride to Manchester train route details

First train
First train
06:20
Last train
Last train
23:57
Departure station
Departure station
East Kilbride
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
4h 2m
Distance
Distance
284 km
Price
Price
AU$ 19.12*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from East Kilbride to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from East Kilbride to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from East Kilbride to Manchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

East Kilbride to Manchester train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.