The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 263 km
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£105 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:38 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h14 | 08:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:44 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h29 | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:51 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h14 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:58 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h07 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:01 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3h04 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 15:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
- 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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