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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastleigh to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 23 Mar
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
286 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastleigh to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastleigh to Manchester will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Fast trains
To travel from Eastleigh to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
P62301+
C7487808:134h16
Eastleigh station (ESL)12:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£871One-way
1 change
L73580+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W0260508:434h36
Eastleigh station (ESL)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1181One-way
2 changes
L73908+C7487909:144h15
Eastleigh station (ESL)13:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1841One-way
1 change
L73908+C7487909:144h15
Eastleigh station (ESL)13:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1841One-way
1 change
P62301+C7487808:134h16
Eastleigh station (ESL)12:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£871One-way
1 change
L73580+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W0260508:434h36
Eastleigh station (ESL)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1181One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Eastleigh to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastleigh to Manchester 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 286 km
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Live departures
Eastleigh to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastleigh to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 21:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P62301+C74878 | 08:13 Eastleigh station (ESL) | 4h16 | 12:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| L73580+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W02605 | On time 08:43 Eastleigh station (ESL) | 4h36 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| L73908+C74879 | On time 09:14 Eastleigh station (ESL) | 4h15 | 13:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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CrossCountry as well as Avanti West Coast or Cross Country offer trains services from Eastleigh to Manchester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Eastleigh to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Eastleigh to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastleigh to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastleigh to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 4h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £43
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £43
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Eastleigh to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Eastleigh and Manchester from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 52m
Cheapest Price
£179
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Price
£79
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£231
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Eastleigh to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastleigh to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Eastleigh to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £140.
The train journey from Eastleigh to Manchester covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 4h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Eastleigh to Manchester is 286 km.
The first train from Eastleigh to Manchester leaves at 5:05.
The last train from Eastleigh to Manchester departs at 22:15.
Trains from Eastleigh to Manchester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Eastleigh to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Eastleigh and Manchester. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
To get from Eastleigh to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Eastleigh to Manchester.
The train station in Eastleigh that goes to Manchester is Eastleigh station (ESL), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Eastleigh to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £43.
Booking trains from Eastleigh to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Eastleigh to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through picturesque countryside, charming towns, and bustling cities, providing a visually engaging experience for travellers.
A day trip from Eastleigh to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 36m. However, trains run 3 times per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Eastleigh to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastleigh and Manchester
Eastleigh
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Eastleigh is Eastleigh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eastleigh for your trip from Eastleigh to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 18:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets open until 2030. The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2 and 3.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Eastleigh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Hill (A335) Bus Layby outside station Terminating services: Station forecourt off Station Hill (A335)
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Eastleigh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
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
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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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