The cheapest and fastest trains from Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hounslow (HOU) 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 Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hounslow (HOU) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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 coach, train and flight for Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hounslow (HOU) 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 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 257 km
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3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:36 Hounslow (HOU) | 4h29 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
![]() | 05:31 Hounslow (HOU) | 3h34 | 09:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 08:31. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 06:29 |
Last train 08:31 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Hounslow (HOU) 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: Hounslow (HOU) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hounslow (HOU) 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 Hounslow (HOU) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:10 Saturday 07:40 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or ramp (approx. gradient 1:15) to Platform 1 (trains towards Chiswick). Level access to Platform 2 from separate entrance. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or step-free route via street approximately 150m.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt off Whitton Road
- 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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