Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) train with Transpennine Express

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
zł 22
Average ticket price on Nov 04
zł 48
Fastest journey on Nov 04
21 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
21 m
Trains on Nov 04
41
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 zł 48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 22.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 41 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC), including 32 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 21 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 RailG89545 · G86185
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89587 · P24202
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89564 · G86192
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84686
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84680
    0 transfers

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 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł 12 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 20m.

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
25m
Cheapest ticket price
zł 12
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
20m
First train
5:07 AM
Last train
9:07 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).

Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at zł 12, while the average price is around zł 48.
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) takes 20m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 16 miles (26 km).
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 5:07 AM.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 9:07 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway.

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, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21593
On time
4:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
4:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84702
On time
5:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
5:32 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21809
Delayed
5:41 PM 5:37 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
6:00 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89558 · G86203
On time
6:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h49
6:51 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84708
On time
6:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
6:30 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21595
On time
6:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
6:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
7:34 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21803
On time
7:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84720
On time
8:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h27
8:34 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04474
On time
8:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84727
On time
9:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
9:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89587 · P24202
On time
9:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h45
10:18 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84734
On time
10:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
10:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89595 · P24205
On time
10:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h45
11:20 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89599 · P24208
On time
11:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h04
12:06 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84738
On time
11:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
11:38 PM Warrington Central (WAC)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
Transpennine ExpressW846436:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
6:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85164+Northern RailP241876:22 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h46
7:08 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
Northern RailG89545 · G861856:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h43
7:16 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW846467:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
7:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89552 · P241897:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h43
8:16 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC044367:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89556 · G861898:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h49
8:51 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW846518:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
8:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044398:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89564 · G861929:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h48
9:50 AM Warrington Central (WAC)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW846569:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
9:30 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044449:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8466110:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
10:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180410:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8466711:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
11:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181211:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8467312:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
12:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159012:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846801:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
1:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC218111:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
1:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846862:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
2:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC215912:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
2:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846923:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h28
3:35 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC218103:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
3:58 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846974:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h23
4:30 PM Warrington Central (WAC)0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) from zł 12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Transpennine Express Duration
22m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
zł 20
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
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

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
20m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
zł 61
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

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 Northern Rail Duration
29m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
zł 12
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).
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.

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
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC).

popular train stations

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

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Warrington Central (WAC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Warrington
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · zł 10 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · zł 10 · every ~47 min

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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