Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Showing times and prices for May 08

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$8

Fastest journey

28 m

Average duration

42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Warrington Central (WAC) on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 48 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.

  • Northern Rail
    9:33 PM0h44
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    10:17 PMWarrington Central (WAC)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    6:33 AM0h43
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:16 AMWarrington Central (WAC)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    9:02 AM0h48
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:50 AMWarrington Central (WAC)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    7:06 PM0h28
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:34 PMWarrington Central (WAC)
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    5:02 PM0h52
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    5:54 PMWarrington Central (WAC)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $16.

Distance: 16 miles (26 km)

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Driving

$9

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$16

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$8

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(fuel + tolls)

59m

Average total duration

Fastest

29m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 25m

Average total duration

55m

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30m

Additional time*

34m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is a train with an average price of $9 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC):

A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) costing on average $16 (€13).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train with an average journey time of 29m.

Other travel options to Warrington Central (WAC) take longer:

Bus takes on average 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (29m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $8 (€6) 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 East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.

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

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_railL08262 · L071728:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h49
8:51 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
transpennine_expressL36550
On time
8:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
8:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY124318:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
northern_railL08233 · L107699:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h48
9:50 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
transpennine_expressC435349:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
9:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 22m.

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
Distance
16 miles (26 km)
Average train duration
29m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€2)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
22m
First train
6:33 AM
Last train
11:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€13)
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€2)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
TransPennine Express frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€2), while the average price is around $9 (€7).
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) takes 22m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 6:33 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 16 miles (26 km).
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC). This service operates 5 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€2).
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central is primarily urban and suburban, passing through residential areas and industrial landscapes, rather than scenic countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central is feasible with a journey time of 22m and a distance of 16 miles (26 km). Trains run frequently, with 6 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Since neither Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) nor Warrington Central (WAC) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Warrington Central (WAC) include Manchester, Urmston, Birchwood, Stockport, Irlam.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC)

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The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Warrington.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • 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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