St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Avanti West Coast

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  • Avanti West Coast
    6:453h20
    St Albans City (SAC)
    10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £771One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and flight for St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

The cheapest option from St Albans City to Manchester Piccadilly is train, with an average price of £110. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from St Albans City to Manchester Piccadilly among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 231 km

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2h 54m

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Live departures

St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkC10102+Avanti West CoastW34070+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
On time
7:11 St Albans City (SAC)
3h08
10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
ThameslinkW45608+Avanti West CoastW34273+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
On time
7:33 St Albans City (SAC)
3h11
10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 changes
ThameslinkC10032+East Midlands RailwayC41862 · W70854 · C21649
On time
7:46 St Albans City (SAC)
4h19
12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4 changes

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Why should you book St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Avanti West Coast as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from St Albans City to Manchester Piccadilly, including direct trains, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 14:57. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 3h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
231 km
Average train duration
2h 54m
Lowest ticket price
£69
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 17m
First train
4:57
Last train
14:57
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
£69
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) 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.

FAQs
The train distance from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 231 km.
The first train from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:57.
The last train from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 14:57.
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
To get from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Booking trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Albans City to Manchester Piccadilly offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with stretches of picturesque landscapes as it passes through regions like the Chilterns and the Peak District, making parts of the journey quite scenic.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most St Albans City (SAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the St Albans City to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans City (SAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Albans
Arrival train stations in Manchester
St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental

St Albans City train station facilities and services

St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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