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Manchester Victoria is the second biggest train station in Manchester after Manchester Piccadilly. Around 7 million passengers pass through Manchester Victoria every year. A number of destinations are served by trains from Manchester Victoria, including Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, York and Bolton.
The station itself has a range of facilities to enjoy before your next journey and its location, tucked away behind Cathedral Gardens, means it’s ideally placed to make the most of the city centre. The trendy Northern Quarter is just a short walk away, as are Market Street and St Anne’s Square. The National Football Museum is a few minutes away on foot, and there are plenty of fantastic restaurants and bars close by. The AO Arena is right above Manchester Victoria, hosting concerts from the biggest names in pop music as well as a range of events.
If you’re travelling into Manchester Victoria to experience the very best of Manchester, you can get cheap train tickets to Manchester Victoria with Transpennine Express.
When you arrive at Manchester Victoria, there are free city centre buses to help you with your onward journey. You can also enjoy unlimited travel around the city on the Manchester PlusBus. The Metrolink tram system runs directly into Manchester Victoria and there is a taxi rank right outside the station.
Grab cheap train tickets from to and save up to 50% when you book in advance. Check out some of the best ways you can get your hands on cheap tickets from to by train below. For more money-saving tips on train travel across the North and Scotland, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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A season ticket is one of the best ways to secure over a third off train tickets if you regularly travel along the same route. Not only will you get the cheapest fares, but you’ll also save time by skipping the ticket queue. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket is right for you.
If a guaranteed third off train tickets sounds like music to your ears, a Railcard could be the perfect option. Whether you’re a student, senior, jobseeker, or just love to travel, there’s a Railcard for you. Available for one or three years, these cards help you explore the North and Scotland for less. Check out the different TransPennine Express Railcards.
Train ticket prices vary depending on the time of day. If you’re flexible with your travel times, you can bag the cheapest fares by choosing Off-Peak tickets. Check trains an hour or two before or after your ideal time to see if you can sneak some savings. Read about the different types of train tickets in our guide.