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Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly by train

First train

06:23

Last train

00:13

Departure station

Farnborough North

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

From 3h 54m

Distance

163 miles (262 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly in 3 hours 54 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 2 minutes to travel the 163 miles (262 km) from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to Manchester Piccadilly. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester Piccadilly by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly

Want to know more about your journey from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Manchester Piccadilly from Farnborough North?

To get to Manchester Piccadilly from Farnborough North, why not take the train? With 17 trains per day and an average journey time of 5 hours and 2 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. You can also catch the bus from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly by train?

On average, it takes around 5 hours and 2 minutes to travel from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in 3 hours and 54 minutes on the fastest services. With 17 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly?

The fastest time a train can travel the 163 miles (262 km) from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly is 3 hours and 54 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly?

There are no direct trains that run between Farnborough North and Manchester Piccadilly. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

Cheap train tickets from Farnborough North to Manchester Piccadilly

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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