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Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Manchester Stations

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28

train journeys
per day

145

miles (234 kms)

4hrs

fastest journey

04:05 / 23:53

first / last train

7

direct trains

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Stations is approximately 145 miles (234 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations .

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs.

Journeys from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:05
    5 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 24 mins Direct
    10:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    11:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    4 hrs 3 mins Direct
    13:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    4 hrs 1 min Direct
    15:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    16:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs Direct
    17:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    4 hrs 7 mins Direct
    19:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    19:44
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:44
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly

About Port Talbot Parkway Station

Station name Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
Address Port Talbot Parkway station, Heilbronn Way, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 1UR
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 18:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Stations

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.