Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Cheapest

£39

Average

£50

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

07:552h42

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

10:37London Paddington (PAD)

£391One-way

0 changes

06:152h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

08:56London Paddington (PAD)

£391One-way

0 changes

07:152h40

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

09:55London Paddington (PAD)

£401One-way

0 changes

17:552h51

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

20:46London Paddington (PAD)

£471One-way

0 changes

10:352h34

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:09London Paddington (PAD)

£871One-way

0 changes

Train timetableManchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 September

Avanti West Coast

07:152h40

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

09:55London Paddington (PAD)

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Avanti West Coast

07:552h42

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

10:37London Paddington (PAD)

0 changes

Avanti West Coast

10:352h34

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:09London Paddington (PAD)

0 changes

Avanti West Coast

09:552h42

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:37London Paddington (PAD)

0 changes

Avanti West Coast

18:552h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

21:47London Paddington (PAD)

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Train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 34 m

Average

2 h 43 m

Trains per day

Distance

259 km

Of the 8 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Paddington (PAD) every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

10:352h34

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:09London Paddington (PAD)

£871One-way

0 changes

07:152h40

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

09:55London Paddington (PAD)

£401One-way

0 changes

06:152h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

08:56London Paddington (PAD)

£391One-way

0 changes

07:552h42

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

10:37London Paddington (PAD)

£391One-way

0 changes

09:552h42

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:37London Paddington (PAD)

£881One-way

0 changes

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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Distance	160 miles
Average train duration	2 h 34 min
Average train ticket price	£74 (€83)
Direct train	No
Train providers	Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) cover the 160 miles long trip taking on average 2 h 34 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £74, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £38.

Train companies: Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find the best trains between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Paddington (PAD) with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains and CrossCountry from £36. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 3 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: £80

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.

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 2 h 34 min
Cheapest Price: £36
Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD).

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) is £74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Paddington (PAD) is on average 2 h 34 min for the 160 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 04: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 18: 55.

For the best Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Paddington (PAD) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 55.

A trip to London Paddington (PAD) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Paddington (PAD) is May.

You have options as you can travel to London Paddington (PAD) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.

Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly

Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center

0.5 miles (767 m)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

Nearest Airport

Manchester Airport
8 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.

ATM

There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Taxi

Lockers

Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.

Dining

Car Rentals

Hertz | Europcar

Information Desk

Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Accessibility

There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Trains arriving to London Paddington

Address

Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3451652030

Distance from London Paddington to city center

3 miles (4.8 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.

Nearest Airport

London Heathrow Airport
16 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The Heathrow Express departs from the station every 15 minutes and drives directly to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey takes about 20 minutes.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located next to the ticket office.

Taxi

Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point | Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.

Lockers

Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Dining

Car Rentals

Virtuo Car Hire | Hertz

Information Desk

Located near Platform 1.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.