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Compare train, coach and flight for Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 242 km
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£92 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 07:01. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 7:01 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) 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 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 06:30 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Convenience store, coffee shop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking hall, main concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main entrance near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
