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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 04:05 |
Last train 05:30 |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Alexandra Palace (AAP) from £52. 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
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£52
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: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP).

The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) is 253 km.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £145.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) covers a distance of 253 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) is by train, costing approximately £52.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) leaves at 4:05.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) departs at 5:30.
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP), you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP).
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Alexandra Palace (AAP)
Manchester
London
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to London.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
The major train station for arrivals in London is Alexandra Palace. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alexandra Palace for your journey to London from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
9 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
