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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly to Alexandra Palace trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast operates all train services from Manchester Piccadilly to Alexandra Palace. Omio is the only official third party seller for Avanti West Coast tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- 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, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Alexandra Palace.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Avanti West Coast tickets can only be bought on Omio or Avanti West Coast's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Avanti West Coast tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Avanti West Coast tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Piccadilly to Alexandra Palace.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 05:30. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 04:05 |
Last train 05:30 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Alexandra Palace (AAP) from $70 (€56). 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP) 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 Alexandra Palace (AAP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alexandra Palace (AAP)
- 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 - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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