The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) 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 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Great Yarmouth station (GYM) 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 281 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.


Live departures
Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:17 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 5h18 | 13:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £90 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Great Yarmouth station (GYM) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £90. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Great Yarmouth station (GYM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Yarmouth station (GYM) 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 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:10 Saturday 06:50 - 17:10 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the concourse and open when the station is manned
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on concourse, and by night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
- 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
