4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornton Heath to Manchester
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£157
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornton Heath to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Manchester will cost around £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Thornton Heath to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
C01369 · W34073+
C09766+
L890846:194h21Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:40Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way3 changes- C01369 · C01312+C097666:193h46Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes
- W34147+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+G270976:143h30Thornton Heath station (TTH)9:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes - C01312+G27111+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston6:433h22Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes
- W34073+G27103+L89084+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston6:354h05Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:40Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way3 changes
- C01312+G27111+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston6:433h22Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes
- W34147+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C09766 · G275346:193h25Thornton Heath station (TTH)9:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way3 changes
- W34147+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+G270976:143h30Thornton Heath station (TTH)9:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes
- C01369 · C01312+C097666:193h46Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way2 changes
- W34073+G27103+L89084+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston6:354h05Thornton Heath station (TTH)10:40Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1571One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Thornton Heath to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thornton Heath to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. 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 £36, and a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 273 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornton Heath to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornton Heath to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34147+G27097+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 6:14 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 3h30 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| C01369 · W34073+L89084+C09766 | 6:19 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 4h21 | 10:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| W34147+C09766 · G27534+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 6:19 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 3h25 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| C01369 · C01312+C09766 | 6:19 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 3h46 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34073+G27103+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+L89084 | 6:35 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 4h05 | 10:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| C01312+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+G27111 | 6:43 Thornton Heath station (TTH) | 3h22 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornton Heath to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Thornton Heath to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 273 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 20:43.
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Trains per day 2 |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 20:43 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from Thornton Heath to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Thornton Heath and Manchester from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Thornton Heath to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornton Heath 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thornton Heath and Manchester
Most Thornton Heath to Manchester trains use the Thornton Heath to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Thornton Heath and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thornton Heath station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Thornton Heath train station facilities and services
Thornton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thornton Heath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thornton Heath. ATMs are available at Thornton Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thornton Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thornton Heath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thornton Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornton Heath: 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 all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Booking Hall near the cash machine, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Manchester station do trains from Thornton Heath arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
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