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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£74
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 18 m
Trains on 17 Sept
23
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
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C0131321:412h07Northampton station (NMP)23:48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way1 change- P69505+
G667167:112h48Northampton station (NMP)9:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way1 change - C17789+G007796:012h28Northampton station (NMP)8:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way1 change
- L05065+G007816:062h53Northampton station (NMP)8:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way1 change
- Y80794 · C17750 · W70499+G667218:102h49Northampton station (NMP)10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way3 changes
- Y80784+W342046:392h06Northampton station (NMP)8:45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1431One-way1 change
- Y80931+C0131321:412h07Northampton station (NMP)23:48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way1 change
- Y80775+W340656:172h08Northampton station (NMP)8:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1431One-way1 change
- C17789+G007796:012h28Northampton station (NMP)8:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way1 change
- C18022+G666075:202h39Northampton station (NMP)7:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 164 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £61.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 24m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £61 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C18010+G00934 | On time 21:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 3h03 | 0:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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| C18022+G66607 | 5:20 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h39 | 7:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34065+W70572 | 5:34 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h51 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00779+W00332 | 5:42 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h47 | 8:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C17789+G00779 | 6:01 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h28 | 8:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00781+L05065 | 6:06 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h53 | 8:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34065+Y80775 | 6:17 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h08 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34204+Y80784 | 6:39 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h06 | 8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66716+P69505 | 7:11 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h48 | 9:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66721+Y80794 | 8:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Y80794 · C17750 · W70499+G66721 | 8:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| G00854+Y80805 | 9:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Y80805 · C17848 · W70507+G00854 | 9:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| C17883 · C17878 · W70521+G66730 | 10:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| G66730+C17883 | 10:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66735+Y80826 | 11:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 13:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00865+C17931 | 12:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Y80849 · C17897 · W70547+G00872 | 13:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| G00883+Y80873 | 15:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Y80886 · C17881 · W70476+G00888 | 16:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 18:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| G00891+Y80891 | 16:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 19:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00894+C17917 | 17:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 19:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 20:41 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Northampton station (NMP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Northampton station (NMP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Northampton station (NMP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Northampton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton station (NMP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Northampton from Northampton city centre
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton train station facilities and services
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from Northampton station (NMP)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Northampton station (NMP)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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