The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£109
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) 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 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
W34065+
W705665:203h05Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change
W34065+
W702464:214h04Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change
W34206+
C04347+
W702464:214h20Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£2361One-way2 changes
W34065+
W705665:203h05Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change
W34065+
W702464:214h04Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change
W34206+
C04347+
W702464:214h20Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£2361One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £284.
Distance: 246 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £284 Average Price | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £137.
A coach is £257 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Coach takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 3h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £137 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34206+ W70246+ C04347 | Delayed 4:31 4:21Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 4h20 | 8:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34065+ W70246 | Delayed 5:08 4:21Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 4h04 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34065+ W70566 | Delayed 5:08 5:20Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h05 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34016+ W84695+ L22369 | 10:02 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 4h09 | 14:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34210+ L22369 | Delayed 9:53 10:02Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h03 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C37459+ W33931+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston · Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington | 10:02 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h42 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
C37469+ W34101+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston · Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington | 10:08 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h57 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
W34198+ LT197900+ P02421 | Delayed 10:13 10:08Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h11 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34210+ W88190 | Delayed 9:53 10:08Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 2h57 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34210+ W70302 | Delayed 10:24 10:21Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 2h44 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C37489+ W34269+ LT205700+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston | 10:23 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h56 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
W33931+ P02423+ LT205700 | 10:23 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h21 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34016+ W84695+ W70280 | 10:24 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h47 | 14:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34210+ W70280 | Delayed 9:53 10:24Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 2h41 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33931+ P02423 | 10:32 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 3h12 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 16:45, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 16:45 |
Last train 16:45 |
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FAQs: Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) 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 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Harrow & Wealdstone to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Harrow & Wealdstone from Harrow city centre
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone train station facilities and services
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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