Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Avanti West Coast

Fri, Nov 07
+ Add return
Avanti West Coast
Southeastern
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
1,000+ travel companies
Avanti West Coast
Southeastern
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$100

Average price

$100

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 5 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

308 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) 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 Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Maidstone East (MDE) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.

Avanti West Coast
07:00AM4h05
Maidstone East (MDE)
11:05AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1001One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €68.

Distance: 191 miles (308 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Flight

€105

Average price

Cheapest

€180

Average price

4h 0m

Average total duration

3h 30m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:50 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
avanti_west_coast7:00 AM Maidstone East (MDE)
4h05
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or flight

Compare train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
Nov 07
Sat
Nov 08
Sun
Nov 09
Mon
Nov 10
Tue
Nov 11
Wed
Nov 12
Thu
Nov 13

Journey information

Overview: Train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by flight.

The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 16:14. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 4h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $84 (€68)
Distance
191 miles (308 km)
Average train duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$87 (€71)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
4h 5m
First train
08:00
Last train
16:14
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $84 (€68)

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Maidstone East (MDE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $84 (€68). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
$87 (€71)
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
$146 (€119)
Southeastern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone East (MDE) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $87 (€71), while the average price is around $129 (€105).
There is no high speed train available from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The distance by train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 191 miles (308 km).
The cheapest way to get from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by flight, with a cost of around $84 (€68).
Yes, you can take the train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The first train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 8:00 AM.
The train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) takes 4h 5m and runs 4 per day.
The last train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:14 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
A day trip from Maidstone East to Manchester Piccadilly is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 5m. However, there are 4 trains available per day.
The train journey from Maidstone East to Manchester Piccadilly offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Kent countryside, rolling hills, and passing through major cities, providing a varied landscape to enjoy.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Maidstone
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Maidstone is Maidstone East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidstone East for your trip from Maidstone to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Rooms on the platforms only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and Platform 2/3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Maidstone East
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park

Most popular train connections from Maidstone East (MDE)

More options for your journey from Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Maidstone East (MDE)

HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomTrain Times to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)Maidstone East (MDE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone