The average train between Lanark and Manchester takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Lanark to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Lanark and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Manchester at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at St Charles Avenue and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lanark to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Lanark station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Lanark to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carstairs station.
Lanark to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Lanark to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lanark and Manchester is 263.2 km. The road distance is 320 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Carstairs to Manchester Piccadilly twice a week. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 51m.