The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.
W33711+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston6:48 AM2h31London St Pancras International (STP)9:19 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$741One-way1 transfer
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston3:33 PM2h32London St Pancras International (STP)6:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$801One-way1 transfer
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston5:33 PM2h32London St Pancras International (STP)8:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$801One-way1 transfer
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston2:33 PM2h32London St Pancras International (STP)5:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$801One-way1 transfer
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston2:53 PM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)5:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$801One-way1 transfer
W33697+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston12:53 PM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)3:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$901One-way1 transfer
W33743+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:53 AM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)11:19 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1261One-way1 transfer
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
W3377711:53 AM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)2:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1081One-way1 transfer
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
W3351910:53 AM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)1:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$1261One-way1 transfer
W33516+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston1:53 PM2h26London St Pancras International (STP)4:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$841One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $67.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $187 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $105 (€86).
A bus is $172 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $187 (€152).
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 45m.
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
You'll arrive about 1h 8m sooner (2h 45m by train vs 3h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $102 (€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 St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33711 | 6:48 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h31 | 9:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33734+ L89192 | 7:12 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h38 | 9:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33559 | 7:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33782 | 7:53 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 10:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33515+ L89194 | 8:12 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h38 | 10:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33513 | 8:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33743 | 8:53 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33533+ G00853 | 9:11 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h48 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33680 | 9:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33454 | 9:50 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h29 | 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33379+ L89205 | 9:53 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h57 | 12:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33501 | 10:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33519 | 10:53 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 1:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33738+ L89208 | 11:11 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 1:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33564 | 11:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33777 | 11:53 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 2:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33773+ L89210 | 12:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 2:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33792 | 12:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 3:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33697 | 12:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 3:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33793+ L89178 | 1:13 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h37 | 3:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33675 | 1:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 4:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33516 | 1:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 4:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33395+ L89181 | 2:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 4:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33436 | 2:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 5:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33453 | 2:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 5:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33574+ L89186 | 3:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 5:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33468 | 3:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 6:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33554 | 3:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 6:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33543+ L89190 | 4:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 6:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33462 | 4:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 7:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33520 | 4:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 7:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33717+ L89193 | 5:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h39 | 7:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33556 | 5:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 8:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33576 | 5:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 8:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33709+ L89196 | 6:13 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h37 | 8:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33752 | 6:33 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h32 | 9:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33541 | 6:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h26 | 9:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33676 | 7:06 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h38 | 9:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33768+ G39005 | 7:12 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h08 | 10:20 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33490 | 7:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h57 | 10:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33750 | 8:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h59 | 11:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- 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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