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RAF Museum London
A major museum of the Royal Air Force with historic aircraft, interactive displays and aviation stories. Well worth the short trip from Edgware.
Trains from Manchester to Edgware run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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A major museum of the Royal Air Force with historic aircraft, interactive displays and aviation stories. Well worth the short trip from Edgware.
A local museum in historic Canons House covering the estate, park and area history. Good for learning about Edgware's heritage in a compact setting.
A museum in a former farmhouse presenting local history, archaeology and changing life in the area. Its period setting adds to the visit.
A landscaped park with lakes, woodland and paths around a historic estate. Ideal for walks, birdwatching and combining with a museum visit.
A broad green space with woodland, fields and sports areas. Popular for relaxed walks and a more local side of Edgware away from the high street.
A long linear park and trail following a brook through meadows and woodland. Good for walking, wildlife and escaping the urban bustle.
A classic London takeaway of battered cod or haddock with chips. Traditionally tied to working-class eating and still a staple across North London.
Salted beef served hot in sliced rye-style bread with mustard. A long-standing North-West London deli favourite with strong Jewish culinary roots.
A comforting pie of minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato. A familiar pub dish eaten widely in Greater London.
Smart local Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meats, meze and seafood in a modern, lively dining room.
Casual Indian vegetarian restaurant popular for South Indian dishes, snacks and sweets in a busy, no-fuss atmosphere.
Established steakhouse chain at The Broadwalk Centre, known for grilled steaks, burgers and a relaxed family-friendly setting.
Edgware is moderate for Greater London: meals and coffee are typical suburban London prices, while accommodation nearby and transport into central areas can add up.
Restaurants may add a 12.5% service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Edgware 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 Edgware, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Edgware trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Edgware 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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