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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester Town (CET) 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 Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Colchester Town (CET) 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 276 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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 coach and train for Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 276 km
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4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:19 Colchester Town (CET) | 4h00 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:19, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 08:19 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Colchester Town (CET) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colchester Town (CET) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester Town (CET) 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 Colchester Town (CET) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:15 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: There is a Council managed car park behind the station
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located alongside the ticket office and only open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Colchester Town Station is around 5 minutes walk from Colchester Bus Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Railway Station Bus Stops (stop B) for planned rail replacement only.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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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