What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Walsall?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains to Walsall from Manchester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Walsall from Manchester?
You can reach Walsall with just £20 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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CrossCountry2h 4m007:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:07WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 07:03:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 4m
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CrossCountry1h 55m007:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:20WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 07:25:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
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CrossCountry2h 12m008:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:37WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 08:25:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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Avanti West Coast2h 25m006:02ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station08:27WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 06:02:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m006:23ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station08:57WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 06:23:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Walsall?
You can get to Walsall from Manchester in just 1h 55m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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CrossCountry1h 55m007:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:20WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 07:25:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
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CrossCountry2h 4m007:03ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:07WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 07:03:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 4m
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CrossCountry2h 12m008:25ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:37WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 08:25:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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Avanti West Coast2h 25m006:02ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station08:27WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 06:02:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m006:23ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station08:57WalsallCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 18/06/2026 06:23:00 to Central Station, Walsall (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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Bus from Manchester to Walsall
What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Walsall?
In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Shudehill Interchange or Piccadilly Train Station, while in Walsall you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Bloxwich Train Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Walsall from Manchester? With 5 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Walsall, you can pay as low as £20 with a Train from CrossCountry.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Walsall in just 1h 55m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Walsall are CrossCountry and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Walsall is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Wednesbury, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Birmingham Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Walsall?
The most popular companies between Manchester and Walsall, are CrossCountry and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: CrossCountry and Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Walsall
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Walsall. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Walsall
How can I reach Walsall from Manchester?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Walsall from Manchester.
How far is Walsall from Manchester?
The distance between Manchester and Walsall is 101.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Walsall?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 17 kgs, and a flight 25 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Walsall?
You can get to Walsall with just £20 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Walsall?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Walsall in just 1h 55m with a Train from CrossCountry.
More routes to Manchester and to Walsall
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Walsall. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
