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Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster, starting from £52.00 and averaging £52.00. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 11m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
18:35 4h 49m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	23:24 Southminster		Find Tickets
20:15 11h 46m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:01 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

20:15

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Southminster

Journey time

4h 11m

Distance

181 miles

Price

£52.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster from £52.00

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Manchester Piccadilly to Southminster train prices and times

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