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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ashford International (AFK) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 335 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £79, and a flight costs an average of £132.
Distance: 335 km
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Live departures
Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:40 Ashford International (AFK) | 3h37 | 13:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:16, the last at 12:16. The fastest train covers the 335 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 08:16 |
Last train 12:16 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Southeastern from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford International (AFK) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £79. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford International (AFK) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ashford International (AFK) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Car Park A
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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