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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£191
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
276 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £191.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) you need to make at least 3 changes.
18:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)22:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1911One-way
3 changes
05:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
07:003h47
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
07:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
08:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
18:353h41
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)22:16Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
07:003h47
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
05:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
07:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
08:553h52
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:47Colchester Town (CET)
£1921One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £75. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £75, and a coach costs an average of £79.
Distance: 276 km
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4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 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 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 16:55 |
Last train 16:55 |
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 Colchester Town (CET) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Colchester Town (CET) from £75. 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
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
£75
Avanti West Coast frequency
10 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 Colchester Town (CET) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) 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 Colchester Town (CET).
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) is 276 km.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) covers a distance of 276 km and takes approximately 4h 21m. Trains run 6 per day.
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) leaves at 16:55.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) departs at 16:55.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £75, while the average price tends to be around £75.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) run approximately 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET) is by train, costing approximately £75.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET).
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester Town (CET).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Colchester Town (CET)
Manchester
Colchester
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 Colchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
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 Colchester is Colchester Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester Town for your journey to Colchester from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:15 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: There is a Council managed car park behind the station
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located alongside the ticket office and only open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Colchester Town
- Onward travel information: Colchester Town Station is around 5 minutes walk from Colchester Bus Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Railway Station Bus Stops (stop B) for planned rail replacement only.
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