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It takes an average of 6h 17m to travel from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £29.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 10:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:00 | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 3h 53m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29.30 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
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The train from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly usually takes 6 hours 17 minutes on average to travel 161 miles (259 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 53 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester Piccadilly, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £29.30. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly starts at £29.30 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.