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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 3 trains that leave Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sun, May 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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.
10:14 AM3h35Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)1:49 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1201One-way0 transfers- 9:14 AM4h21Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)1:35 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1221One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM3h04Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)3:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1231One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM3h04Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)3:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1231One-way0 transfers
- 10:14 AM3h35Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)1:49 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1201One-way0 transfers
- 9:14 AM4h21Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY)1:35 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $111 (€90).
A bus is $181 (€146) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $198 (€160).
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
Bus takes on average 5h 6m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (2h 52m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $111 (€90) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:01 AM Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) | 3h04 | 10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 7:36 AM Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) | 4h29 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 6:19 AM |
Last train 9:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Finchley Road & Frognal (FNY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Parking
Dining
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Only ticket office has step-free access from street.
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop FN in Canfield Gardens for eastbound services to Camden Road Use Bus stop FP in Broadhurst Gardens for westbound services to Richmond
- Metro: Finchley Road underground station within 10 minutes walk. Turn right out of station entrance
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 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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