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West Midlands Railway
08:463h29
London Euston (EUS)
12:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
65 1One-way
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East Midlands Railway
08:033h02
London St Pancras International (STP)
11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
165 1One-way
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Avanti West Coast
08:132h06
London Euston (EUS)
10:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
231 1One-way
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Trains to Manchester

Trains to Manchester terminate at 4 main railway stations: Piccadilly, Oxford Road, Victoria and Deansgate, which make up the Manchester station group. The best way to reach famous spots like Salford Quays and the Museum of Science and Industry is through the free Metroshuttle bus service. Along with the inter-city connections, Manchester’s rail network links to the neighbouring districts and towns from Wigan, Oldham, Bolton, Stockport to Rochdale.

Which is the main train station in Manchester?

Most trains from UK destinations will arrive at Piccadilly train station. Mainly serving intercity routes to Bristol, London, Liverpool, Birmingham, Leeds, and Glasgow, Manchester Piccadilly is the fourth busiest train station in the United Kingdom. Visitors can book trips just anywhere across the UK from the station. With walkways and cycle lanes throughout, it takes around 5 to 15 minutes to get to the terminals and ten minutes to the city centre. It should take no more than 25 minutes to reach the airport from this major train station.

Popular trains to and from Manchester

Popular trains to Manchester

Liverpool to Manchester train

from £4
Direct trains available
0h34 average duration
50trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express
  • East Midlands Railway

Glasgow to Manchester train

from £17
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
16trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • Transpennine Express
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Scotrail
  • Bus
  • Cross Country

London Euston (EUS) to Manchester train

from £25
Direct trains available
2h06 average duration
25trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • West Midlands Railway
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Cross Country

Edinburgh to Manchester train

from £29
Direct trains available
3h08 average duration
12trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • Avanti West Coast
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Cross Country
  • Bus

London to Manchester train

from £30
Direct trains available
2h06 average duration
51trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • West Midlands Railway
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Doggiosled
  • Cross Country
  • Chiltern Railways
  • Northern Rail

Popular trains from Manchester

Manchester to Liverpool train

from £4
Direct trains available
0h39 average duration
50trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express
  • East Midlands Railway

Manchester to York train

from £8
Direct trains available
1h21 average duration
25trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • Northern Rail
  • East Midlands Railway

Manchester to London train

from £27
Direct trains available
2h09 average duration
25trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • West Midlands Railway
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Cross Country
  • Doggiosled
  • Bus
  • Chiltern Railways
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express

Manchester to London Euston (EUS) train

from £28
Direct trains available
2h06 average duration
25trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • West Midlands Railway
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Cross Country

Manchester to Edinburgh train

from £29
Direct trains available
3h13 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • Avanti West Coast
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Cross Country
  • Bus
  • Northern Rail

Which train companies offer trains to Manchester?

Getting to Manchester is possible through train operators Virgin East Coast Trains, East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and Northern Rail. The main provider and the only direct link from London to Manchester is Virgin East Coast. Regardless of the season, there will be regular trains running about hourly.

Why travel by train to Manchester?

A trip from London to Manchester via train takes 2 hours 4 minutes. This is more convenient than taking a bus which takes nearly 4 hours. Most importantly, trains to Manchester operate 24/7 and run every 10 minutes regardless of the day of the week. Using a railcard can give up to 33% off the train ticket and can be combined with other discounts e.g. the NUS (10%).

Before you travel to Manchester by train - good to know!

Alongside all the obvious tourist attractions, like the football stadium, shopping at the Trafford Centre or visiting the Northern hub of the BBC at Salford Quays, Manchester has more to offer off the beaten track. Find rare vintage in the stores around the Northern Quarter, visit Roadhouse for a look into the history of music, or taste some craft beer in one of the bars spread around the city. Getting around Manchester City is quite easy thanks to the readily available fleets of trains, buses and trams. The city of Manchester is bike-friendly with numerous cycle paths marked throughout.

Train companies: Virgin Trains, West Midland Trains and East Midlands Trains trains to Manchester

Travel to Manchester on Virgin Trains, West Midland Trains and East Midlands Trains trains with Omio. When comparing timetables and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Manchester. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train stations in Manchester

Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester train station for Omio travellers, but Manchester has quite a few hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Manchester for your journey.
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Phone Number
+44 3457114141
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester AirportWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
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Public transport options for Manchester Airport
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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