Train from Manchester to Prestatyn: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Prestatyn on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transport for WalesTrain
Manchester Oxford Road
PrestatynCheapest
Transport for WalesTrain
Manchester Oxford Road
PrestatynFastest
Transport for WalesTrain
Manchester Oxford Road
PrestatynNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
PrestatynNo tags
Transport for WalesTrain
Manchester Oxford Road
PrestatynNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:17 GMT.

Get from Manchester to Prestatyn

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
1h 33mAverage duration
49 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Prestatyn by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Prestatyn start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    The average train journey time from Manchester to Prestatyn is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by Transport for Wales.

  3. Which train operators serve the Manchester to Prestatyn route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    The earliest train from Manchester to Prestatyn departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Prestatyn?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£24
26/11
£25
Today
£22
28/11
£18
29/11
No data
30/11
No data
01/12
£18
02/12
£18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Prestatyn was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Prestatyn as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £49 for a train ticket from Manchester to Prestatyn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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