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London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 156,87 kr, with average prices for this route around 488,08 kr.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • mån, 16 juni
    From 228,23 kr
  • tis, 17 juni
    From 208,30 kr
  • ons, 18 juni
    From 234,65 kr
  • tors, 19 juni
    From 156,87 kr
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 204,44 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 234,65 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 234,65 kr
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:16
London Kings Cross
09:05
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 49m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayTransPennine Express
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05:45
London Kings Cross
08:25
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 40m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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05:48
London Kings Cross
09:32
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 44m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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05:55
London Kings Cross
10:22
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 27m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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06:04
London Kings Cross
08:45
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 41m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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06:15
London Kings Cross
10:37
Paris
4h 22m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:16
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
London Kings Cross
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
2h 26m
Distance
Distance
259 km
Price
Price
156,87 kr*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.