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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£93
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£93
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 23 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Surbiton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surbiton to Manchester will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
To travel from Surbiton to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34021+
L81374+
Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston
W34021+
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Tube from Vauxhall to London EustonOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Surbiton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, while a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 267 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Surbiton to Manchester:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Surbiton to Manchester costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 35m.
The journey is about 1h 8m faster (2h 55m by train vs 4h 3m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£44 vs £51). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Surbiton to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L81374+ W34021+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | On time 5:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 3h23 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Surbiton to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 20:23 |
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Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
East Midland Trains operate direct rail services from Peterborough to Norwich. On weekdays, trains run from early morning, with hourly connections throughout the day until the final departure in the late evening. Additional evening connections are available using CrossCountry services to Ely and changing to Abellio Greater Anglia trains. Journey times for direct trains from Peterborough to Norwich range from 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Sunday schedules are less frequent, with a first direct departure around 11:00 a.m. Peterborough Station is located just west of the city centre. Trains arrive at Norwich station, on the south-eastern side of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surbiton 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.

Most Surbiton to Manchester trains use the Surbiton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Surbiton and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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