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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
11 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
11 m
Trains on 23 Sept
16
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) 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 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 16 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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.
G861658:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes- G8617610:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861709:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861597:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G8618111:540h12Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:06Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861658:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G8617610:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861709:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861496:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
- G861597:540h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 7 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (11m by train vs 14m by car). Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
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
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G86182 | Delayed 19:11 19:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 19:21 19:21Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86133 | On time 20:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 21:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86143+ G38411 | Delayed 20:58 21:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 22:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 1 change | |
| NT270700 | 23:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h30 | 0:15 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
| G86149 | 6:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 7:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86159 | 7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 8:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86165 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 9:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86170 | 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 10:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86176 | 10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 11:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86181 | 11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h12 | 12:06 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86122 | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h12 | 13:06 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86141 | 13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 14:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86154 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 15:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86163 | 15:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86167 | 16:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 17:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86173 | 17:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 18:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86178 | 18:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 19:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86182 | 19:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h11 | 20:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 11m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 18:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) 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 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trains use the Manchester Airport to Eccles (Manchester) station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Eccles (Manchester) from Eccles city centre
Eccles (Manchester) train station facilities and services
Eccles (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccles (Manchester).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccles (Manchester): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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