Trains
Greater Manchester has a comprehensive network of rail services offering convenient travel and great value.
Train services are provided by private operators and run on the national rail network which is owned and managed by Network Rail. If you wish to contact any of these companies directly, refer to our contact list.
Information for train journeys within the Greater Manchester County can be obtained from the North West Journey Planner.
Information for longer distance rail journeys is available from the National Rail web site.
Prices and online tickets are available from The Trainline web site.
Oldham Loop Line Closure
In order to begin work on the expansion of the Metrolink tram network, train services on the Oldham Loop Line ceased after the last train on 3 October 2009. Click here for more information
Find out about using free bus and tram services in Manchester city centre with Greater Manchester rail tickets. Click here for more information
Local Station Adoption Scheme
Click here for more details
Leaflet: How's my train running?
A 24-hour automated service that tells you what time the next trains are and if there are any delays.