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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 23 Mar
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
293 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
09:414h09
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£641One-way
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08:454h18
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:03Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£751One-way
0 changes
08:534h09
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£881One-way
0 changes
08:264h36
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£951One-way
0 changes
08:494h01
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)12:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£951One-way
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12:593h20
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)16:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£951One-way
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08:494h01
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)12:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£951One-way
0 changes
09:484h02
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£961One-way
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20:434h05
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)00:48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£961One-way
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08:534h09
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)13:02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£881One-way
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 March
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 08:49 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 4h01 | 12:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
| Avanti West Coast | 08:45 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 4h18 | 13:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
| Avanti West Coast | 08:26 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 4h36 | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
| Avanti West Coast | 09:48 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 4h02 | 13:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect | |
| Avanti West Coast | 08:53 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 4h09 | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesDirect |
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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £16 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Coach from £16
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Train providers 4 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 20:43 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buy your official Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £49 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train information with Virgin Trains:
- Average Duration: 3 h 23 min
- Cheapest Price: £49
FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as £55 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is £85; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is on average 3 h 25 min for the 182 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 05: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 17: 36.
There are 7 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
When taking a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can count on Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains for the best way to get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Manchester
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- 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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