Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall

Trains to Dingwall from Manchester Piccadilly

First train

09:26

Last train

22:01

Departure stationManchester Piccadilly
Arrival stationDingwall
Journey time

From 8h 1m

Distance

297 miles (478 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

Check out the next trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:2214:087h 46m, 3 changes
06:2215:239h 1m, 2 changes
06:3315:238h 50m, 3 changes
06:4415:238h 39m, 3 changes
10:2117:467h 25m, 2 changes
10:5019:058h 15m, 4 changes
14:2122:027h 41m, 2 changes
16:2107:3515h 14m, 2 changes
23:0209:2810h 26m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

Get from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall in as little as 8 hours 1 minute on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall takes around 11 hours 46 minutes. There are around 0 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Dingwall, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and East Midlands Railway.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

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

What is the fastest train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

The fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall can cover the distance of 297 miles (478 km) in as little as 8 hours and 1 minute.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

No, you can’t travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How far is Dingwall from Manchester Piccadilly by train?

The distance from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall is around 297 miles (478 km). When you travel between them by train, the fastest journey time takes 8 hours and 1 minute.

What is the best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall is by taking a train. Trains offer a quick, comfortable journey taking just 8 hours and 1 minute on the quickest services, with frequent departures throughout the day.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Manchester Piccadilly to Dingwall is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link