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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
3
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 £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Warrington Central (WAC) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
L3655808:480h23
Warrington Central (WAC)09:11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£111One-way
0 changes
Y1236009:190h22
Warrington Central (WAC)09:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£121One-way
0 changes
Y1235708:170h24
Warrington Central (WAC)08:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£121One-way
0 changes
Y1236009:190h22
Warrington Central (WAC)09:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£121One-way
0 changes
L3655808:480h23
Warrington Central (WAC)09:11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£111One-way
0 changes
Y1235708:170h24
Warrington Central (WAC)08:41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£121One-way
0 changes
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, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:44 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h27 | 12:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:44 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h27 | 14:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 21:10 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h37 | 21:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:49 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h56 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| Y12357 | On time 08:17 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h24 | 08:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L36558 | On time 08:48 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h23 | 09:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y12360 | On time 09:19 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0h22 | 09:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 23m.
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 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 06:42 |
Last train 22:49 |
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: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
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
East Midlands Trains 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
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 Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£5
TransPennine Express frequency
3 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 (3)
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 Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£5
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£22
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
£16
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 23m. Trains run 5 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 6:42.
The last train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:49.
Trains from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 5 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 5 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains.
To get from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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 £3.
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 23m and covers 26 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington Central (WAC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Important Stations and Airports in Warrington Central (WAC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Warrington
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Warrington Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Central for your trip from Warrington to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Warrington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- 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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