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Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst by train

First train

05:02

Last train

22:20

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Gathurst

Journey time

From 45m

Distance

20 miles (32 km)

Frequency

27 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst in 45 minutes

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

It usually takes around 1 hour to travel the 20 miles (32 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst by train, although you can get there in as little as 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 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 Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Gathurst. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst 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 Gathurst by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Piccadilly and Gathurst is 1 hour and 0 minutes, with around 27 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Piccadilly and Gathurst by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst is 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst. Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst leave?

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst leaves at 05:02. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst leave?

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst leaves at 22:20. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester Piccadilly and Gathurst by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Gathurst cover a distance of around 20 miles (32 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gathurst to Manchester Piccadilly.

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