The average train between Manchester and New Lanark takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to New Lanark. 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 hourly between Manchester and New Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:36 PM which arrives into New Lanark at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Carstairs and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Manchester to New Lanark? 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 Manchester to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at New Lanark station via Carstairs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Manchester to New Lanark train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to New Lanark train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carstairs station.
Book your Manchester to New Lanark train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and New Lanark is 262.3 km. The road distance is 320 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m.