Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£9

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

22 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

22 m

Trains on 18 Sept

44

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 44 trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 33 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 22 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.

  • Northern RailP24236 · G89852
    22:100h37
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    22:47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £41One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24212 · G89926
    6:541h08
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    8:02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24239 · G89856
    22:490h56
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    23:45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24149 · G89824
    7:240h51
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    8:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24153 · G89825
    17:270h48
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    18:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £51One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train for Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 26 km

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Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

56m

Average total duration

Fastest

26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a train with an average price of £10.
The fastest way to travel from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 26m.
Yes, you can take a train between Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (26m by train vs 36m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84653
On time
6:42 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h29
7:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24212 · G89926
On time
6:54 Warrington Central (WAC)
1h08
8:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailP24212 · G89822
On time
6:54 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h51
7:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04344
On time
7:17 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h24
7:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24149 · G89824
On time
7:24 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h51
8:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84658
On time
7:46 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h25
8:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04347
On time
8:17 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h24
8:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24150 · G89828
On time
8:25 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h50
9:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84665
On time
8:48 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h23
9:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04350
On time
9:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
9:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24151 · G89833
On time
9:27 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h48
10:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84670
On time
9:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
10:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04354
On time
10:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
10:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84677
On time
10:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
11:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04357
On time
11:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
11:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84683
On time
11:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
12:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04359
On time
12:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
12:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84689
On time
12:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
13:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04363
On time
13:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
13:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8469513:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
14:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04365
On time
14:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
14:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84700
On time
14:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
15:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04368
On time
15:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
15:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84705
On time
15:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
16:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC0437216:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
16:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24152 · G89821
On time
16:27 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h48
17:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84712
On time
16:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
17:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21806
On time
17:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
17:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24153 · G89825
On time
17:27 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h48
18:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84719
On time
17:48 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h23
18:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21581
On time
18:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
18:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84725
On time
18:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
19:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04380
On time
19:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
19:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84730
On time
19:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
20:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04382
On time
20:19 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h22
20:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84737
On time
20:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
21:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24231 · G89845
On time
21:00 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h45
21:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84740
On time
21:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h27
22:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21584
On time
22:05 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h23
22:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24236 · G89852
On time
22:10 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h37
22:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84632
On time
22:44 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h34
23:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24239+Transpennine ExpressW84760
On time
22:49 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h44
23:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84935
On time
23:45 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h24
0:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
Northern RailP24148 · G898185:59 Warrington Central (WAC)
0h46
6:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 22m.

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
26 km
Average train duration
26m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
22m
First train
4:59
Last train
22:06
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
Average Transpennine Express Duration
23m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£4
Transpennine Express frequency
2 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

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
32m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£4
Northern Rail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
22m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£12
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington Central (WAC) 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 cost of a train ticket from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 26 km.
The first train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:06.
Trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway.
To travel from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central to Manchester Piccadilly offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through areas like Birchwood and Eccles. While not renowned for dramatic scenery, it provides glimpses of the North West's industrial and residential landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Warrington Central to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 22m and covers 26 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Warrington Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Warrington CentralWarrington Central station, Winwick Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7TTShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Warrington Central from Warrington city centre

Bus4, 1, 28A, 28, 3 · 9m · £2 · every ~20 min

Warrington Central train station facilities and services

Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Warrington Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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