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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead station (HHD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Holyhead station (HHD) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 4 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 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare train 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 ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 160 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£36 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:27 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h27 | 07:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h31 | 11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h24 | 16:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 16:28. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 16:28 |
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 £12. 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)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Black Bridge
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Onward travel information: For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops outside the station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 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
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