The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W341029:53 AM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)12:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$531One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W340599:33 AM2h32London Kings Cross (KGX)12:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$531One-way1 transfer
W33920+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston7:48 PM2h36London Kings Cross (KGX)10:24 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$581One-way1 transfer
W34042+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston7:28 PM2h37London Kings Cross (KGX)10:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$601One-way1 transfer
W34098+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston9:38 PM3h21London Kings Cross (KGX)12:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$621One-way1 transfer
W33936+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:53 PM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)9:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1251One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W341029:53 AM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)12:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$531One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W342801:53 PM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)4:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$901One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W340707:53 AM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)10:19 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$2701One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W3407412:53 PM2h26London Kings Cross (KGX)3:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $128 (€105).
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $128 (€105).
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 6m.
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
You'll arrive about 48m sooner (3h 6m by train vs 3h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $128 (€105) compared to roughly $101 (€83) 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.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
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
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34157 | On time 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 5:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G08131+ C03192 | On time 4:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h46 | 7:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33873 | On time 4:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 6:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33872 | On time 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 7:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34075 | On time 4:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 7:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G08135+ G16022 | On time 5:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h41 | 8:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33863 | On time 5:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 7:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33865 | 5:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 8:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34193 | On time 5:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 8:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34022 | On time 6:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 8:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34024 | On time 6:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 9:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33936 | On time 6:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 9:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34129 | On time 7:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 9:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33967 | On time 8:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h37 | 10:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34076 | On time 8:28 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h39 | 11:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ C01313 | On time 9:14 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h34 | 11:48 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34098 | On time 9:38 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h21 | 12:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C02065+ C24830 | On time 9:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h58 | 1:38 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C02035+ G15880 · TP398100 | 10:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h14 | 3:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
W34065+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 5:43 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h42 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34204+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 6:04 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 8:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34175 | 6:21 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h44 | 9:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34021+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 6:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 9:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C02087+ G15893 | 7:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h39 | 10:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34147+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 7:13 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 9:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34073+ L89084 | 7:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 10:40 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
C01312+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 7:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34070+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 7:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 10:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34273+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 8:13 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 10:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33930+ L89089 | 8:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 11:40 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33961 | 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34038+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 8:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34185+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 9:13 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34237+ L89093 | 9:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 12:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
W34059+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34102+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 9:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34040+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 10:13 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34264+ L89098 | 10:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 1:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
W34210+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34198 | 10:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 1:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33931 | 11:13 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 1:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34243+ L89104 | 11:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 2:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34101 | 11:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34269+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 11:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 2:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34179+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 12:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 2:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34035+ L89107 | 12:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 3:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34061 | 12:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 3:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34074+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 12:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 3:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33954 | 1:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 3:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34099+ L89062 | 1:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 4:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34053 | 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 4:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34280+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 1:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 4:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G08117+ C03182 | 2:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h39 | 5:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33926 | 2:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 4:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $10 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains, West Midlands Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $10 (€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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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