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It takes an average of 7h 43m to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 169 miles (272 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £88 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Gillingham (Dorset) | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 5h 11m | |
| Distance | 169 miles (272 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £88 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly in 5 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 43 minutes to travel the 169 miles (272 km) from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 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 Transport for Wales 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 Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £88.00. 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.
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Want to know more about your journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.