The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 London Fenchurch Street (FST) will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Fenchurch Street (FST) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 263 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£63 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h09 | 13:40 London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 08:31 |
Last train 16:55 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Fenchurch Street (FST) from £6. 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 London Fenchurch Street (FST) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 London Fenchurch Street (FST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Fenchurch Street (FST)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: The main entrance is the only entrance that has step free access. There is a lift to take you from the entrance to the station concourse and platform levels. Please note there is no step free access from the Coopers Road entrance to the station.
- Accessible public telephones: Located on main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank outside the main station entrance on Fenchurch Street
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs are always available from Main station reception or from any member of station staff.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located by the lifts at the left hand side of the Main Entrance to the station. The National key toilets are located by the lifts at the left hand side of the Main Entrance to the station. These toilets can be accessed using a RADAR key or by requesting assistance (using the Station Help Point next to the disabled toilet).
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There is an accessible toilet by the lifts at the left hand side of the main entrance to the station. This can be accessed using a radar key or by requesting assistance using the station help point next to the disabled toilet.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Rail replacement buses will stop outside HSBC on Fenchurch Street. Aldgate Bus Station. Details of the buses serving Fenchurch Street and Aldgate area, and the Bus Stops they are using is available here
- Metro: London Underground (Circle Line and District Line) at Tower Hill - 200m from the Tower Hill exit London Underground (Metropolitan Line, Circle Line) at Aldgate - 300m from Fenchurch Place exit. Docklands Light Railway at Tower Gateway - 300m from the Tower Hill exit.
