Manchester to Telford by train
Telford lies 91 km (56 mi) south of Manchester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 52 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 110 km (69 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Manchester | Telford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 568,996 | 155,570 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 163 m (535 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Telford Central railway station |
| Postal codes | M1–M99 | TF3–WV99 |
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Common questions
How far is Telford from Manchester?
91 km (56 mi) in a straight line, south of Manchester; by road roughly 110 km (69 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Telford by train?
About 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manchester and Telford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.