The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
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5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:44 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h00 | 10:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:18 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h47 | 11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€63) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 11:32. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€63) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 07:21 |
Last train 11:32 |
Train companies: Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsSouthern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $20 (€16). 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- 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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