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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Showing times and prices for 21 Aug

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

21 m

Average duration

21 m

Trains per day

41

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 41 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Warrington Central (WAC) every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 21 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.

  • Northern RailG89587 · P24202
    21:330h45
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    22:18Warrington Central (WAC)
    £41One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89545 · G86185
    6:330h43
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:16Warrington Central (WAC)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89558 · G86203
    18:020h49
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    18:51Warrington Central (WAC)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89595 · P24205
    22:350h45
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    23:20Warrington Central (WAC)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89543 · G86197
    16:020h48
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    16:50Warrington Central (WAC)
    £51One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £12.

Distance: 26 km

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£12

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59m

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Fastest

29m

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Additional time*

1h 25m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84727
Delayed
20:09 21:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
21:35 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89587 · P24202
On time
21:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h45
22:18 Warrington Central (WAC)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84734
On time
22:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
22:35 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89595 · P24205
On time
22:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h45
23:20 Warrington Central (WAC)
1 change
Northern RailG89599 · P24208
On time
23:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h04
0:06 Warrington Central (WAC)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846436:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
6:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85164+Northern RailP241876:22 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h46
7:08 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Northern RailG89545 · G861856:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h43
7:16 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846467:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
7:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89552 · P241897:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h43
8:16 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC044367:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846518:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
8:30 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC044398:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846569:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
9:30 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC044449:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8466110:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
10:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180410:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8466711:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
11:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181211:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8467312:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
12:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159012:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8468013:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
13:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181113:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
13:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8468614:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
14:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159114:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
14:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8469215:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
15:35 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181015:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
15:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89543 · G8619716:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h48
16:50 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8469716:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
16:30 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159316:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
16:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89550 · P2420117:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h52
17:54 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8470217:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
17:32 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180917:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
18:00 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89558 · G8620318:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h49
18:51 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8470818:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
18:30 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159518:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
18:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8471419:06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
19:34 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180319:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
19:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8472020:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h27
20:34 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC0447420:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
20:58 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 21m.

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
26 km
Average train duration
29m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
21m
First train
5:07
Last train
21:07
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
£3
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
£12
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£5
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£8
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£22
TransPennine Express frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 21m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 26 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) departs at 21:07.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central offers a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, passing through industrial areas and residential neighbourhoods, but it is not typically considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central is feasible with a travel time of 21m, a distance of 26 km, and a train frequency of 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Warrington
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

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.

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