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Corby Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Corby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Corby will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 3 trains from Manchester to Corby, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.

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Trains from Manchester to Corby run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Corby.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Corby trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:43 Manchester | 3h10 | 11:53 Corby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Kettering with changing exhibitions, local history displays and a well-kept Georgian setting.
Local history museum in Oakham Castle’s former riding school, showing objects from Rutland and the wider region near Corby.
Large country park with woodland walks, lakes, birdwatching and a heritage railway. A favourite green escape close to Corby.
Popular boating lake and parkland with waterside paths, wildlife and open space. A relaxed local favourite for outdoor time.
Attractive town-centre park with formal gardens, open lawns and play areas. Ideal for a gentle stroll or short break between sights.
A Scottish-style minced lamb or beef pie with gravy, reflecting Corby’s strong Scottish heritage from post-war steel town migration.
A potato scone cooked on a griddle, widely linked to Scottish breakfasts and common in Corby homes because of the town’s Scottish roots.
A soft white morning roll, often filled with bacon or sausage. It is a familiar Scottish bakery staple still associated with Corby’s local identity.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly casual dining in Corby.
Well-known local Italian venue serving pizza, pasta and hearty mains in an informal family-friendly atmosphere.
Popular pub restaurant serving grills, British mains and drinks in a relaxed, modern setting close to the town centre.
Corby is Moderate for UK travel. Chain hotels and casual dining are fairly priced, but rail fares and pub meals can add up versus cheaper regional towns.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Corby Railway Station -> Corby Town Centre
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Corby.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Corby 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 Corby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Corby trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Corby station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Corby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Corby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Corby.
Ticket office support is available at Corby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Corby: Parking, WC.
Available at Corby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Corby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A - this station has step-free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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