Maidenhead to Manchester train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidenhead to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£122

Fastest journey

3 h 14 m

Average duration

3 h 24 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

241 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidenhead to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Maidenhead to Manchester will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

To travel from Maidenhead to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.

Great Western RailP09665+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09724
09:243h20
Maidenhead station (MAI)
12:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£781One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08599+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09640
09:053h14
Maidenhead station (MAI)
12:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£841One-way
2 changes
Tfl RailP07360+TubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09638
08:363h29
Maidenhead station (MAI)
12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£871One-way
2 changes
Tfl RailP07311+TubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09722
08:063h38
Maidenhead station (MAI)
11:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£971One-way
2 changes
Tfl RailP06858+CrossCountryC23380
08:423h47
Maidenhead station (MAI)
12:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1441One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Maidenhead to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidenhead to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £56.

Distance: 241 km

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Coach
Flight

£68

Average Price

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£142

Average Price

3h 41m

Average total duration

3h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 36m

Average total duration

8h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

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3h 0m

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Maidenhead to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:55
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08595+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09634
On time
08:02 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h17
11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
tfl_railP07311+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09722
On time
08:06 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h38
11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
tfl_railP07360+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09638
On time
08:36 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h29
12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
tfl_railP06858+cross_countryC23380
On time
08:42 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h47
12:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
great_westernP08599+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09640
On time
09:05 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h14
12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
great_westernP09665+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09724
On time
09:24 Maidenhead station (MAI)
3h20
12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Maidenhead to Manchester

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Trains from Maidenhead to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
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
Distance
241 km
Average train duration
3h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 20m
First train
00:04
Last train
22:15
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 companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Maidenhead to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Maidenhead and Manchester from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£60
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
£44
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£209
Elizabeth Line frequency
9 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£220
first_great_western frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Maidenhead to Manchester train

FAQs: Travel by train from Maidenhead to Manchester 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 Maidenhead to Manchester.
FAQs
To get from Maidenhead to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Maidenhead to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Maidenhead to Manchester is 241 km.
The train journey from Maidenhead to Manchester covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Maidenhead to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The first train from Maidenhead to Manchester leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Maidenhead to Manchester departs at 22:15.
The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Trains from Maidenhead to Manchester run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidenhead to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Maidenhead to Manchester.
The train station in Maidenhead that goes to Manchester is Maidenhead station (MAI), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidenhead to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidenhead to Manchester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Maidenhead and Manchester

Maidenhead
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Maidenhead is Furze Platt. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Furze Platt for your trip from Maidenhead to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 11:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Furze Platt
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Marlow: Bus Stop before Level Crossing. To Bus Stop after Level Crossing.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Maidenhead
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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