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Compare coach, train and flight for Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £68. 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 flight costs an average of £68, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 293 km
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£86 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 12:31. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 08:50 |
Last train 12:31 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Southend Victoria (SOV) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southend Victoria (SOV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southend Victoria (SOV) 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 Southend Victoria (SOV) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Saturday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Sunday 07:00 - 10:4516:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank at front of station
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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
