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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead station (HHD) 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 Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 38 trains that leave Holyhead station (HHD) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
G3853919:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)21:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes- G38541 · G38935 · Y6276420:023h35Holyhead station (HHD)23:37Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way2 changes
- G3852914:022h57Holyhead station (HHD)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes
- G3852713:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)15:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes
- G3853718:002h54Holyhead station (HHD)20:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes
- G385189:052h49Holyhead station (HHD)11:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£431One-way0 changes
- G3853919:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)21:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes
- G3852010:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)12:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£431One-way0 changes
- G3852512:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)14:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£451One-way0 changes
- G3852713:022h52Holyhead station (HHD)15:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a ferry costs an average of £30.
Distance: 160 km
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price | £32 Average Price |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38516 | On time 8:00 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h54 | 10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38921+ G89118+ C04357 | On time 8:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 11:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38518 | On time 9:05 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h49 | 11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38520 | On time 10:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38925+ W33931 | On time 10:33 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h11 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38523 | On time 11:01 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h53 | 13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38525 | On time 12:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38927+G89127+C04368 | On time 12:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 15:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G38927+G89127+ C24605 | On time 12:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h24 | 15:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38527 | On time 13:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 15:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38529 | On time 14:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h57 | 16:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38928+G89133+C21806 | On time 14:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 17:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38928+G89133+C03182 | On time 14:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h24 | 17:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38531 | On time 15:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 17:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38533 | 16:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 18:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38934+W33863 | On time 16:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h19 | 19:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38934+G89138+C04380 | On time 16:25 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 19:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38535 | 17:00 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h54 | 19:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38537 | 18:00 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h54 | 20:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38706+W34129 | On time 18:35 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38539 | 19:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h52 | 21:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34037 · W33967 | On time 19:48 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h57 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38541+L89050 | On time 20:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h22 | 23:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38541 · G38935 · Y62764 | On time 20:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h35 | 23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38541+W84632 | On time 20:02 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 23:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38377 · Y61712 | On time 20:26 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h57 | 0:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
| G38907+L89066 | 4:27 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h13 | 7:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34251 · W33981 | 4:44 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h59 | 7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38508 | 4:57 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h57 | 7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38911+C04347+G89110 | 5:26 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h15 | 8:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34006_W34252 · W34204 | 5:44 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h01 | 8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38512 | 5:58 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h56 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34089 · W34147 | 6:47 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h57 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38514 | 7:00 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h54 | 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38556+W34273 | 7:23 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h21 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38556+G89116+C04354 | 7:23 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h18 | 10:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38556+G89116+G15893 | 7:23 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h26 | 10:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 3:25 |
Last train 19:26 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead station (HHD) 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.
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FAQs: Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead station (HHD) 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 Holyhead station (HHD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Holyhead to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Holyhead station (HHD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead train station facilities and services
Holyhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00, 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.
Most popular train connections from Holyhead station (HHD)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Holyhead station (HHD)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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