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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
167 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wellingborough station (WEL) 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 Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Wellingborough station (WEL) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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.
10:185h11
Wellingborough station (WEL)15:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£891One-way
0 changes
10:543h21
Wellingborough station (WEL)14:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1921One-way
0 changes
10:543h21
Wellingborough station (WEL)14:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1921One-way
0 changes
10:185h11
Wellingborough station (WEL)15:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£891One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 167 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C51877 · C52158 · Y12259+ C43553 | On time 09:08 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 2h57 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| C52341 · Y12198 · Y12261+C43560 | On time 09:38 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 3h27 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| C52341 · Y12198 · Y12261 · C51202 | On time 09:38 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 3h21 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
C52613 · Y12201+ C75395+ W02604 | On time 10:07 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 3h12 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 12:08. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 57m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 07:11 |
Last train 12:08 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Wellingborough station (WEL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £22. 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
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
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
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£63
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
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£88
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£70
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wellingborough station (WEL) 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 train journey from Wellingborough to Manchester Piccadilly offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views of the rolling countryside and picturesque towns along the way, particularly as the route passes through the Midlands and approaches the Peak District area.
A day trip from Wellingborough to Manchester Piccadilly is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 57m. There are 5 trains per day covering a distance of 167 km.
To get from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 167 km.
The train journey from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 7:11.
The last train from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 12:08.
Booking trains from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cost of a train ticket from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £84.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by coach, costing approximately £22.
There is no night train service from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, you can take the train from Wellingborough station (WEL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Important Stations and Airports in Wellingborough station (WEL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Wellingborough
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Wellingborough is Wellingborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wellingborough for your trip from Wellingborough to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 22:15 Sunday 07:45 - 22:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible.
- 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: Additional Wheelchair available
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at the front of the station. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to north car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wellingborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches will leave from the front of the station
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 Wellingborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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
Most popular train connections from Wellingborough station (WEL)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Wellingborough station (WEL)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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