London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Sept

Cheapest price on 02 Sept

£41

Average ticket price on 02 Sept

£96

Fastest journey on 02 Sept

2 h 26 m

Average journey duration on 02 Sept

2 h 27 m

Trains on 02 Sept

39

Distance

259 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

To travel from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.

  • Avanti West CoastW34101+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    11:332h32
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34269+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    11:532h26
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    14:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33931+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    11:132h31
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34198+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    10:532h26
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34210+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    10:332h32
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £421One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £76.

Distance: 259 km

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Live departures

London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33963+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
Delayed
14:33 15:13London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70992+Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
15:31 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h34
19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34231+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
Delayed
14:53 15:33London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34203+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston15:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70996+Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
16:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33873+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston16:13 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70998+Transpennine ExpressW84720
On time
16:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33872+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston16:33 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34075+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston16:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
19:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21781 · C04474
On time
17:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h34
20:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21758+Transpennine ExpressW84727
On time
18:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayW71009+Transpennine ExpressW84734
On time
18:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21761+Transpennine ExpressW84738
On time
20:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h07
23:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04184+Northern RailP28311
On time
21:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
0:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21772+Transpennine ExpressC2436722:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
6h29
5:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21772+Transpennine ExpressC2436722:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
6h29
5:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21766 · C04436
On time
23:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
8h01
7:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Wednesday 2 September
East Midlands RailwayC21774+Transpennine ExpressW846565:27 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h38
9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70940+Northern RailP247805:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
9:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70845 · C218046:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
4h30
10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70945+Northern RailP247937:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h30
10:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21769 · C218128:03 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h32
11:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21769+Transpennine ExpressW846678:03 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h02
11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34273+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:13 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33930+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Northern RailL890898:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h17
11:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21649+Transpennine ExpressW846738:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33961+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:33 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34038+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34185+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:13 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34237+Northern RailL89093+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h17
12:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70958+Transpennine ExpressW846809:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34059+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:33 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34102+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34040+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:13 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34264+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Northern RailL8909810:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h17
13:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34210+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:33 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34198+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33931+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston11:13 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34101+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston11:33 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h32
14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34269+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston11:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h26
14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70972 · C2181012:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
15:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70972+Transpennine ExpressW8469212:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21653 · C2159313:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21653+Transpennine ExpressW8469713:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70984+Transpennine ExpressW8470214:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21763+Transpennine ExpressW8470815:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

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East Midlands Railway as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 26m.

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 £8
Distance
259 km
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 26m
First train
5:21
Last train
22:35
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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 £8

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£58
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£27
Avanti West Coast frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 259 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 259 km.
The first train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 5:21.
The last train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:35.
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train between London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
To get from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London St Pancras International to Manchester Piccadilly primarily traverses through urban and suburban landscapes, with some stretches offering views of the English countryside, but it is not typically considered one of the UK's most scenic routes.
A day trip from London St Pancras International to Manchester Piccadilly is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 26m. Trains run 9 times per day. The distance is 259 km.
Yes, you can take the train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Manchester
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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