The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
W33660+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C370316:10 AM3h33Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:43 AMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)€581One-way2 transfers
W33646+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C370586:54 AM3h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:28 AMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)€581One-way2 transfers
W33668+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C370396:30 AM3h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:58 AMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)€581One-way2 transfers
W33660+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C373666:10 AM3h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:30 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)€581One-way2 transfers
W33660+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C373666:10 AM3h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)€581One-way2 transfers
W33600+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C3738612:14 PM3h16Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)€1041One-way2 transfers
W33660+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C373666:10 AM3h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:30 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)€581One-way2 transfers
W33600+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C3738612:14 PM3h22Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:36 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)€1041One-way2 transfers
W33622+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C368757:34 AM3h24Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:58 AMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)€751One-way2 transfers
W33660+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C373666:10 AM3h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)€581One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €54.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€109 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average €109.
A bus is €144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average €169.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
Tickets start at around €109 compared to roughly €85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-24.50. The journey takes 3h 31m versus 3h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33952+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37340 | Delayed 7:14 AM 8:14 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 11:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
W33952+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37340 | Delayed 7:14 AM 8:14 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h22 | 11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
W33660+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37031 | 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h33 | 9:43 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
W33660+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37366 | 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h20 | 9:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
W33660+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37366 | 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 9:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
W84649+ C21534+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10620 | 6:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h33 | 10:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 transfers | |
W84649+ C21534+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10620 | 6:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h27 | 10:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
W33668+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37039 | 6:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 9:58 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
W33646+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37058 | 6:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 10:28 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
W84652+ W70776+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10632 | 7:12 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h28 | 11:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
W33622+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C36875 | 7:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 10:58 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
W33401+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C36897 | 7:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 11:28 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
W33600+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37386 | 12:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 3:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
W33600+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37386 | 12:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h22 | 3:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 6:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Heathrow Airport from €15. 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 London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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