The cheapest and fastest trains from Hinckley to Manchester
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hinckley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hinckley to Manchester will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hinckley for Manchester on Tue, Nov 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Hinckley to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hinckley to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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€55 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hinckley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Hinckley to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:33 AM Hinckley | 2h35 | 11:08 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:38 AM Hinckley | 1h41 | 11:19 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:38 PM Hinckley | 1h41 | 3:19 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Hinckley to Manchester by bus or train
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Why should you book Hinckley to Manchester trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country offer trains services from Hinckley to Manchester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Hinckley to Manchester.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Hinckley to Manchester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hinckley to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Hinckley to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Hinckley to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hinckley to Manchester
Trains from Hinckley to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:46 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Hinckley to Manchester start from as low as $30 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $68 (€55) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Hinckley to Manchester with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 38m but the average duration is 1h 44m
Train Operators
- Travel from Hinckley to Manchester with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, and Cross Country
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Avanti West Coast.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Hinckley station (HNK) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- First train typically departs at 05:05 AM and the last at 10:46 PM
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Hinckley to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Hinckley and Manchester from $10 (€8). 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 Hinckley to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hinckley to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hinckley to Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:00 Saturday 06:40 - 13:00 Sunday Closed None
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: is outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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