Trains from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone from £12.90*

Trains from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone from £12.90*

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Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone train prices and times

Planning a journey from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £12.90, with average prices for this route around £13.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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00:26
Rainhill
02:28
Manchester Central Zone
2h 2m, DirectNorthern
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22:22
Rainhill
23:32
Manchester Central Zone
1h 10m, DirectNorthern
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23:23
Rainhill
00:32+1
Paris
1h 9m, DirectNorthern
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Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone train route details

The Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone train ticket is £12.90. The average travel time is 1h 9m, covering a distance of approximately 23 miles. There are usually 3 daily trains provided by Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

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First train
00:26
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 9m
Distance
Distance
23 miles
Price
Price
£12.90*
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Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone train travel guide

Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone train travel guide

Arriving in Manchester Central Zone

Trains running from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone will typically take around at least 1h 9m and there are approximately 3 trains running everyday.

Book the cheap train tickets from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone

Finding cheap train tickets from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by utilising available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're travelling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Travelling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Rainhill to Manchester Central Zone usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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