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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£82
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 37 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) 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 Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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.
6:584h57Maidstone East (MDE)11:55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£591One-way0 changes- 15:274h17Maidstone East (MDE)19:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1051One-way0 changes
- 15:274h17Maidstone East (MDE)19:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1051One-way0 changes
- 6:584h57Maidstone East (MDE)11:55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£591One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £105, while a flight costs an average of £293.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£105 Average Price Cheapest | £293 Average Price | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A train is £188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £293.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1h 11m sooner (3h 21m by train vs 4h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £105 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:27 Maidstone East (MDE) | 4h17 | 18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 if you book in advance.
The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Maidstone East (MDE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £103. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone East (MDE) 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 Maidstone East (MDE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Maidstone East to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone East (MDE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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