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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford station (RMF) 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 Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Of the 2 trains that leave Romford station (RMF) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 267 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 08:47. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 08:47 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line from Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Romford station (RMF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Elizabeth Line
FAQs: Romford station (RMF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford station (RMF) 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 Romford station (RMF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets are located inside the waiting room on platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 4. The waiting room is open from first to last train.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 5 and Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
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LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Romford station (RMF)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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