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Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times
Planning a journey from Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £16.33, with average prices for this route around £107.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25From £16.33
- Sat, Apr 26From £50.90
- Sun, Apr 27From £69.50
- Mon, Apr 28From £50.20
- Tue, Apr 29From £69.50
- Wed, Apr 30From £69.50
- Thu, May 1From £24.70
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:13 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 08:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 8h 12m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
00:13 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 09:05 Manchester Piccadilly | 8h 52m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 08:45 Manchester Piccadilly | 3h 24m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:37 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 09:05 Manchester Piccadilly | 3h 28m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 10:32 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 41m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 | 09:19 Paris | 3h 13m, No direct | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
00:13

Last train
22:21

Journey time
3h 12m

Distance
159 miles

Price
£16.33*
How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Heathrow Airport 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%
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!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.