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St Andrews to Manchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Andrews to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$33.55, with average prices for this route around AU$62.66.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:59 4h, No direct St Andrews Road	09:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:59 5h 14m, No direct St Andrews Road	11:13 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:07 3h 52m, No direct St Andrews Road	10:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:07 5h 6m, No direct St Andrews Road	12:13 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:08 6h 1m, No direct St Andrews Bus	13:09 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
08:07 3h 52m, No direct St Andrews Road	11:59 Paris	Find Tickets

St Andrews to Manchester train route details

First train

05:59

Last train

23:14

Departure station

St Andrews

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 52m

Distance

221 km

Price

AU$33.55*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from St Andrews 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 St Andrews to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 St Andrews to Manchester, 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from St Andrews to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Andrews to Manchester 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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St Andrews to Manchester train prices and times

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