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Manchester to Thornton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Thornton, starting from AU$32.59 and averaging AU$48.57. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 20m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:57 5h 22m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	10:19 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
06:26 4h 46m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	11:12 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
06:48 4h 24m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	11:12 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
07:00 5h 18m, Changes required Manchester Victoria	12:18 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
08:24 4h 55m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	13:19 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
08:56 4h 23m, Changes required Deansgate	13:19 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Thornton Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

20:25

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Thornton

Journey time

4h 20m

Distance

305 km

Price

AU$32.59*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Thornton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Thornton can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Thornton, 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 Thornton train ticket types

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Manchester to Thornton Train prices and times

Manchester to Thornton Train Route Details