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Kilmarnock to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Kilmarnock to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 37.21, with average prices for this route around NZD 37.21. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:22 4h 29m, No direct Kilmarnock	09:51 Deansgate	Find Tickets
05:22 5h, No direct Kilmarnock	10:22 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
06:20 4h 31m, No direct Kilmarnock	10:51 Deansgate	Find Tickets
06:52 4h 26m, No direct Kilmarnock	11:18 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
06:52 4h 30m, No direct Kilmarnock	11:22 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
07:21 4h 30m, No direct Kilmarnock	11:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Kilmarnock to Manchester train route details

First train

05:22

Last train

22:53

Departure station

Kilmarnock

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 56m

Distance

279 km

Price

NZD 37.21*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Kilmarnock to Manchester

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 Kilmarnock to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Kilmarnock to Manchester 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 for greater savings

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 Kilmarnock 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%

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 Kilmarnock to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Kilmarnock to Manchester train ticket types

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

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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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