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Compare train and coach for Peterborough to Manchester
The cheapest option from Peterborough to Manchester is train, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 167 km
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£46 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Peterborough to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Manchester trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C04446 | On time 12:27 Peterborough station (PBO) | 3h09 | 15:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80178+ W84690 | On time 12:35 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h33 | 15:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G08107+C24604 | On time 12:57 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h50 | 15:47 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G08111+G15912 | On time 13:57 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h40 | 16:37 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C21589 | On time 14:28 Peterborough station (PBO) | 3h08 | 17:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to Manchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Manchester
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Peterborough to Manchester, including 2 direct trains, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Lowest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Peterborough to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Manchester from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Manchester
Most Peterborough to Manchester trains use the Peterborough to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Peterborough station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough train station facilities and services
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Peterborough arrive at?
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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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