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Manchester to Craven Arms Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Craven Arms, starting from US$15.58 and averaging US$16.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:24
Manchester Piccadilly
07:35
Craven Arms
7h 11m, Changes requiredTransport for Wales
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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
06:57
Craven Arms
1h 46m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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06:27
Manchester Piccadilly
08:08
Craven Arms
1h 41m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:30
Manchester Piccadilly
09:12
Craven Arms
1h 42m, DirectTransport for Wales
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08:30
Manchester Piccadilly
10:29
Craven Arms
1h 59m, Changes requiredTransport for Wales
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09:30
Manchester Piccadilly
11:09
Paris
1h 39m, DirectTransport for Wales
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Manchester to Craven Arms Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:24
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Craven Arms
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
123 km
Price
Price
US$15.58*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Craven Arms

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling 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 Craven Arms. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Craven Arms for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 traveling from Manchester to Craven Arms, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Craven Arms ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 Craven Arms Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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