The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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, coach and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 259 km
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09637 | On time 08:42 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h23 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09540+ C23381 | On time 08:45 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h45 | 12:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09642 | On time 09:42 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09546+ C23386 | On time 09:45 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 13:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09647 | On time 10:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h58 | 13:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W09652 | On time 11:43 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 20:38 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, LNER, Grand Central Trains, West Midlands Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, LNER, Grand Central Trains, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- 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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