The cheapest and fastest trains from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welshpool station (WLP) 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 Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, and a coach costs an average of £51.
Distance: 110 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:46 Welshpool station (WLP) | 2h25 | 09:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:54 Welshpool station (WLP) | 2h17 | 10:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:54 Welshpool station (WLP) | 2h17 | 11:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:55 Welshpool station (WLP) | 2h16 | 12:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:56 Welshpool station (WLP) | 2h15 | 13:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 09:55. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 09:55 |
Last train 09:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Welshpool station (WLP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Welshpool station (WLP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool station (WLP) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Welshpool station (WLP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and handrails.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
