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Manchester to Cowdenbeath train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Cowdenbeath? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 77.67, with average prices for this route around QAR 115.75. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:26 4h 3m, No direct Manchester Oxford Road	10:29 Cowdenbeath	Find Tickets
06:39 4h 17m, No direct Deansgate	10:56 Cowdenbeath	Find Tickets
07:00 5h 1m, No direct Manchester Victoria	12:01 Cowdenbeath	Find Tickets
08:24 4h 8m, No direct Manchester Oxford Road	12:32 Cowdenbeath	Find Tickets
08:56 4h 7m, No direct Deansgate	13:03 Cowdenbeath	Find Tickets
09:00 5h 2m, No direct Manchester Victoria	14:02 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Cowdenbeath train route details

First train

04:57

Last train

20:25

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Cowdenbeath

Journey time

4h 2m

Distance

302 km

Price

QAR 77.67*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cowdenbeath

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Cowdenbeath. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Cowdenbeath, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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

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.

Manchester to Cowdenbeath train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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