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Market Hall Museum
Local history museum covering Warwickshire’s people, places and archaeology. Strong choice for understanding the county beyond the castle.
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Warwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Warwick will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Warwick on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.




Trains from Manchester to Warwick run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Warwick trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:03 AM Manchester | 2h44 | 10:47 AM Warwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Manchester | 3h22 | 11:47 AM Warwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Manchester | 2h44 | 11:47 AM Warwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Warwick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warwick trip today.
Local history museum covering Warwickshire’s people, places and archaeology. Strong choice for understanding the county beyond the castle.
Castle interiors include curated displays of arms, state rooms and historic collections within one of England’s best-known fortresses.
Small military museum sharing the history of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in Warwick. Ideal for regimental and social history.
Warwick’s principal park by the River Avon, with open lawns, sports areas and easy walks near the castle and town centre.
Historic central street lined with timbered buildings, independent shops and major sights. Best starting point for exploring old Warwick.
Leafy riverside path with pleasant views of the Avon, bridges and castle precinct. A relaxing break from the busier historic core.
A rich steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onion, long linked to the English Midlands and classic Warwickshire pub cooking.
Small meat pies traditionally sold at Warwickshire fairs and markets, valued for their portable size and seasoned minced meat filling.
A crumbly regional cheese from nearby Stratford-upon-Avon, often enjoyed in Warwick with bread, pickles, or ploughman’s lunches.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant with a strong national reputation, known for modern British cooking in an elegant setting.
Well-regarded independent bistro offering seasonal British and European plates in a relaxed, polished town-centre setting.
Historic pub dining inside Warwick Castle grounds, serving classic British dishes and ales in a characterful medieval atmosphere.
Warwick is moderate for UK travel: rooms and dining cost less than London, but tourist-area hotels and pub meals can add up. Local buses help keep transport costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Warwick Railway Station -> Warwick Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Warwick 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 Warwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Warwick trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Warwick station pair, with some services arriving at Warwick Parkway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Warwick 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.
Warwick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Warwick.
Wi-Fi is available at Warwick.
Ticket office support is available at Warwick.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warwick: Parking, WC.
Available at Warwick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warwick: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category B3. There is step free access to Platform 1 (northbound services) only, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The height of the display screen on the ticket machine is adjustable, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Warwick Parkway is 1 km from Warwick city centre. Public transport options include:
Warwick Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Warwick Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Warwick Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warwick Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Warwick Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warwick Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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