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Manchester to Balloch Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Balloch Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €18.42, with average prices for this route around €18.42. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:24 4h 39m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	17:03 Balloch Central	Find Tickets
12:39 4h 53m, Changes required Deansgate	17:32 Balloch Central	Find Tickets
13:24 4h 38m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	18:02 Balloch Central	Find Tickets
13:56 4h 37m, Changes required Deansgate	18:33 Balloch Central	Find Tickets
14:56 4h 37m, Changes required Deansgate	19:33 Balloch Central	Find Tickets
15:24 4h 39m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	20:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Balloch Central Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

19:53

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Balloch Central

Journey time

4h 35m

Distance

319 km

Price

€18.42*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Balloch Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Balloch Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Balloch Central, 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!

Travel in a group 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 Balloch Central 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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Manchester to Balloch Central Train prices and times

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