The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 15
22
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 22 trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 14 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
W848779:48 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)11:25 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€291One-way0 transfers
W848936:46 AM1h41Penrith station (PNR)8:27 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W848998:50 AM1h36Penrith station (PNR)10:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W848967:48 AM1h38Penrith station (PNR)9:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W849152:49 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)4:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W848998:50 AM1h36Penrith station (PNR)10:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W8490310:50 AM1h36Penrith station (PNR)12:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€371One-way0 transfers
W849152:49 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)4:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
W849121:49 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)3:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€331One-way0 transfers
W849183:49 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)5:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a ferry costs an average of €46.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average €41.
A bus is €15 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average €46.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 39m.
Live departures
Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34200+ G89834 | Delayed 5:11 PM 6:08 PMPenrith station (PNR) | 2h07 | 8:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84873 | On time 6:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h39 | 8:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34195+ G89875 | Delayed 6:20 PM 7:02 PMPenrith station (PNR) | 1h56 | 8:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84928 | On time 7:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 9:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84877 | On time 9:48 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 11:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33939+ G89878 | 5:59 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h59 | 7:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84893 | 6:46 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h41 | 8:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34029+ G89881 | 7:02 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h56 | 8:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84896 | 7:48 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h38 | 9:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34181+ G89882 | 8:02 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h56 | 9:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84899 | 8:50 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h36 | 10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84901 | 9:47 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h39 | 11:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34039+ G89869 | 10:04 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h54 | 11:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84903 | 10:50 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h36 | 12:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84907 | 11:48 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h38 | 1:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84908 | 12:48 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h38 | 2:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34172+ G89871 | 1:05 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h53 | 2:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84912 | 1:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 3:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84915 | 2:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 4:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84918 | 3:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 5:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84922 | 4:46 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h40 | 6:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34020+ G89895 | 5:04 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h54 | 6:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84923 | 5:48 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h38 | 7:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 7:02 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Penrith station (PNR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €30. 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 Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Penrith station (PNR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Penrith to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Penrith station (PNR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Penrith train station facilities and services
Penrith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penrith.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penrith: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penrith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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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