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Corby Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run local history museum covering Corby’s steel era, wartime stories, and community life. The best place to understand the town’s identity.
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Corby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Corby will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Corby on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Corby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Corby:
A bus is $50 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Corby costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Corby take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 43m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€68) compared to roughly $57 (€47) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Corby trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:43 AM Manchester | 3h10 | 11:53 AM Corby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:43 AM Manchester | 3h10 | 12:53 PM Corby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Corby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Corby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Corby trip today.
Volunteer-run local history museum covering Corby’s steel era, wartime stories, and community life. The best place to understand the town’s identity.
Arts venue with changing exhibitions, films, and performances. Worth visiting for contemporary visual art in the heart of town.
Historic house museum with furnished rooms, rural heritage displays, and a recreated village street near Corby. A strong family-friendly cultural visit.
Large country park with woodland, meadows, and a heritage village area. Excellent for walks, family outings, and a calmer side of Corby.
Former quarry transformed into a waterside nature park. Popular for birdwatching, easy trails, and scenic open views close to town.
Historic village area centered on the castle approach, with stone cottages and a picturesque atmosphere that feels far older than modern Corby.
A classic East Midlands breakfast of cured bacon, sausages, eggs and fried bread. A hearty local staple in cafés and pubs around Corby.
A traditional Northamptonshire pie of spiced pork baked in hot-water crust pastry. It is a long-standing county favourite often eaten cold.
British beer-battered fish with chips is a pub and takeaway classic in Corby. It is a reliable local comfort meal, especially on Fridays.
Popular independent Italian restaurant in Corby appreciated for pasta, pizza and friendly service in a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant at Rushton Hall known for modern British dining in a refined country house setting suitable for special occasions.
Well-known pub and restaurant in Rockingham serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a historic, welcoming setting.
Corby is moderate for UK travelers: chain hotels and casual dining are fairly priced, while rail travel and pub meals can add up versus cheaper towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafes usually just take small change.
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Corby Railway Station -> George Street, Corby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Corby 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 Corby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Corby trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Corby station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Corby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Corby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Corby.
Ticket office support is available at Corby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Corby: Parking, WC.
Available at Corby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Corby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A - this station has step-free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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