The cheapest and fastest trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) 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 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) 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 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.




Live departures
Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:24 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 2h44 | 12:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:24 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 2h35 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) 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 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:45 None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available by the Ticket Office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30 .
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on platforms 1 & 2, step free with push button automatic door opener
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering, Rail replacement buses will use the public bus stops on either side of Foregate Street at the front of the station
- 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
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