The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot Parkway (DID) 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 Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
C47843+
G0089116:073h22Didcot Parkway (DID)19:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£291One-way1 change
C47841+
G00718 · G0088815:343h25Didcot Parkway (DID)18:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way2 changes
W35371+
W34203+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston14:443h35Didcot Parkway (DID)18:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way2 changes
W34498+
W33815+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston14:583h46Didcot Parkway (DID)18:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way2 changes
G14904+
W34231+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston14:283h37Didcot Parkway (DID)18:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way2 changes
C47843+
G0089116:073h22Didcot Parkway (DID)19:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£291One-way1 change
C01005+
G00716 · G0088314:343h25Didcot Parkway (DID)17:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£781One-way2 changes
W34889+
G0087914:043h25Didcot Parkway (DID)17:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£781One-way1 change
C47841+
G00718 · G0088815:343h25Didcot Parkway (DID)18:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way2 changes
W34894+
G0088715:033h26Didcot Parkway (DID)18:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£781One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£95 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00879+ W34889 | 14:04 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h25 | 17:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34231+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ G14904 | 14:28 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h37 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00716 · G00883+ C01005 | 14:34 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h25 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34203+ W35371+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 14:44 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h35 | 18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33815+ W34498+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 14:58 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h46 | 18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00887+ W34894 | 15:03 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h26 | 18:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00718 · G00888+ C47841 | 15:34 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h25 | 18:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34075+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W35374 | 15:46 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 3h33 | 19:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 19:28 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot Parkway (DID) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
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FAQs: Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot Parkway (DID) 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Didcot Parkway (DID) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Didcot Parkway (DID) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Didcot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Didcot Parkway (DID) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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