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 and prices for 03 Jun

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£101

Fastest journey

2 h 26 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

45

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 £101 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 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 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 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 CoastW34198+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
    10:532h26
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £431One-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)
    £431One-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 prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £50.

Distance: 259 km

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£78

Average Price

£12

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Cheapest

£138

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3h 15m

Average total duration

2h 45m

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5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

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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 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayW71009+Transpennine ExpressW84734
On time
18:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW34129
On time
19:08 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h36
21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3404219:28 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h37
22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33920
On time
19:48 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h36
22:24 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
TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33967
On time
20:08 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h37
22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW34076
On time
20:28 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h39
23:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04184+Northern RailP28311
On time
21:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h35
0:37 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 RailwayC21774+Transpennine ExpressW846565:27 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h38
9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70940 · C044445:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h36
9:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70940+Northern RailP247805:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
9:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34204+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston6:04 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h41
8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34175+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston6:21 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h44
9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34021+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston6:48 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h31
9:19 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
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
East Midlands RailwayW70956+Northern RailP282569:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h30
12:32 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
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
East Midlands RailwayW70961+Northern RailP2827010:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h30
13:32 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 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
East Midlands RailwayW70967 · C2159111:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
14:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70967+Transpennine ExpressW8468611:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
14:05 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 · C2180914:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
17:35 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
East Midlands RailwayC21763 · C2159515:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
18:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70996 · C2180316:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
19:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70996+Transpennine ExpressW8471416:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70998+Transpennine ExpressW8472016:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h33
20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21781 · C0447417:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h34
20:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21758+Transpennine ExpressW8472718:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
3h03
21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

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  • 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 £35 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:32. 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
£35
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 26m
First train
5:27
Last train
22:32
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£72
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
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 Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£35
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 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 £35, while the average price tends to be around £78.
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 5:27.
The last train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:32.
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).

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

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Manchester
The major train station for departures in London is London St Pancras International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London St Pancras International for your trip from London to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Betjeman Arms
  • AMT Coffee
  • The Booking Office
  • Carluccio’s
  • Chop’d
  • Greggs
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Standard
  • Kimpton Fitzroy London
  • Alhambra Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the lower level in the main hall.
Public transport options for London St Pancras International
  • Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
  • Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
  • Bus lines: 326, 139

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