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Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South by train

First train

21:13

Last train

21:30

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Whyteleafe South

Journey time

From 9h 36m

Distance

176 miles (282 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Manchester Piccadilly and Whyteleafe South, which usually take 9 hours 43 minutes to complete the 176 miles (282 km) journey. It can take as little as 9 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Whyteleafe South by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Whyteleafe South? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South is 9 hours and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South. Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South leaves at 21:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South leaves at 21:30. 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 Whyteleafe South by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South cover a distance of around 176 miles (282 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Whyteleafe South

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† 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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