The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
259 km
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 £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
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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 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £44.
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, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h19 | 04:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W02540 | On time 08:13 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h31 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W02616 | On time 08:33 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W02614 | On time 08:53 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Y12259+ C43553 | On time 09:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h03 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W02537 | On time 09:13 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h31 | 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Y12261+ C43560 | On time 09:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h33 | 13:05 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)
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 05:27, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 23:32 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Trains, 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.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- 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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- 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
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- 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
- 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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