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Market Hall Museum
A local museum in the Market Hall with collections on Warwickshire’s geology, natural history and community life in a central historic building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Warwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Warwick will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Manchester to Warwick you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Manchester to Warwick run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 Warwick.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Warwick trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G01008+ L38780 | On time 8:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h42 | 11:08 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
G01012+ L38771 | On time 9:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h40 | 12:07 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
G01016+ L38773 | On time 10:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 13:14 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
G01020+ L38489 | On time 11:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 14:09 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
W33106 · C01364+ L38774 | On time 11:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 15:14 Warwick station (WRW) | 2 changes | |
G38866+ C16915+ L37711 | 6:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h47 | 9:14 Warwick station (WRW) | 2 changes | |
W29851+ L37561 | 7:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h38 | 9:41 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
G01003+ C29759 | 7:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h51 | 10:16 Warwick station (WRW) | 1 change | |
G38868+ C16918+ C29759 | 7:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h46 | 10:16 Warwick station (WRW) | 2 changes | |
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A local museum in the Market Hall with collections on Warwickshire’s geology, natural history and community life in a central historic building.
A small regimental museum covering the Royal Warwickshire Regiment through artefacts, uniforms and personal stories in a historic setting.
A compact exhibition space inside St John's House presenting finds from Warwickshire archaeology, from prehistory to later local discoveries.
Warwick’s main shopping street, lined with historic buildings, independent shops and easy access to key sights including the castle and church.
A large riverside park with walking paths, open lawns, boating and family facilities. It is one of the town’s most popular outdoor spaces.
An attractive riverside walk beside the Avon, popular for peaceful views of the castle, bridge and water meadows close to the town centre.
A rich Midlands pork pie linked to nearby Warwickshire, seasoned and baked in hot-water crust pastry; a classic regional savoury snack.
A traditional Warwickshire loaf cake with tea, dried fruit and spice. It is a long-kept county favourite, especially for afternoon tea.
A dense fruit cake from the wider Midlands and Warwickshire area, made with black tea, dried fruit and warm spice; often served sliced with tea.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant historic setting, known for tasting menus and polished service.
Traditional pub near Warwick Castle serving British favourites, ales and a reliable Sunday roast in a cosy setting.
Historic timber-framed pub with classic British dishes, beer and relaxed rooms in the centre of Warwick.
Moderate for England: hotels can be pricey in season, but dining and local transport are similar to other historic market towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Warwick 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 Warwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Warwick trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Warwick station pair, with some services arriving at Warwick Parkway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Warwick 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Warwick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Warwick.
Wi-Fi is available at Warwick.
Ticket office support is available at Warwick.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warwick: Parking, WC.
Available at Warwick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warwick: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category B3. There is step free access to Platform 1 (northbound services) only, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The height of the display screen on the ticket machine is adjustable, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Warwick Parkway is 1 km from Warwick city centre. Public transport options include:
Warwick Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Warwick Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Warwick Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warwick Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Warwick Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warwick Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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