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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£276
Average price
£276
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £276 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £276.
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury West (CBW) 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 331 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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, coach and flight for Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 331 km
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£123 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 4h32 | 08:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 11:23. The fastest train covers the 331 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 331 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 11:23 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Canterbury West (CBW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- 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: Station forecourt
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car 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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