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Manchester to Alness Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Alness? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €31.61, with average prices for this route around €158.60.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:25 15 hours 25 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	07:50 +1 Alness	Find Tickets
20:25 14 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	11:24 +1 Alness	Find Tickets
20:37 14 hours 47 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	11:24 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Alness Train Route Details

First train

06:26

Last train

20:37

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Alness

Journey time

7 hours 35 minutes

Distance

486 km

Price

€31.61*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Alness

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 Alness can result in significant cost savings.

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 Alness 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester to Alness, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Alness ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester to Alness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Alness 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%.

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Manchester to Alness Train prices and times

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