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Train Tickets to Manchester Piccadilly

London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly

2h 6m

From

£11.90

Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly

51m

From

£2.00

Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly

31m

From

£2.00

Train travel to Manchester Piccadilly guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Manchester Piccadilly is the main railway station in Manchester. It handles over ten million passengers annually as the busiest station in the Manchester station group. The station's history dates back to 1842, and it underwent a five-year, £100 million renovation in 2002 to enhance service quality. Piccadilly Station is served by multiple train operating companies, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern, offering connections to destinations such as Glasgow, Leeds, London, and Nottingham.

Manchester Piccadilly is well-placed for easy access to several key attractions. Just a short walk away is Piccadilly Gardens, a public park that serves as a central gathering space in the city. Nearby, the Manchester Art Gallery offers a rich collection of art. The city itself is renowned for its vibrant music scene, which gave birth to iconic bands, its bustling nightlife, and its industrial history, all of which contribute to Manchester's unique and thriving cultural landscape.

Which train companies run trains to Manchester Piccadilly?

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER and West Midlands T offer services to and from Manchester Piccadilly, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.

What are Manchester Piccadilly's opening hours?

Typically 0:00 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.

Pick up & drop off at Manchester Piccadilly

Manchester Piccadilly offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Manchester Piccadilly?

Trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly connect easily to popular destinations like London, London Euston, Sheffield, Liverpool and Birmingham. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.

Manchester Piccadilly live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Manchester Piccadilly, check now to plan your next journey.

Departures
Arrivals

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Manchester Piccadilly to Huddersfield	04:22	49m	TransPennine Express	On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport	04:36	16m	TransPennine Express	On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport	04:54	18m	Transport for Wales	On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central	04:57	3h 26m	TransPennine Express	On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North	05:04	1h 14m	Northern	On time

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly	04:20	14m	TransPennine Express	On time
Huddersfield to Manchester Piccadilly	04:36	40m	TransPennine Express	On time
Chester to Manchester Piccadilly	04:52	1h 1m	Transport for Wales	On time
Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly	04:52	1h 6m	TransPennine Express	On time
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly	05:01	13m	Northern	On time