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Mottingham to Manchester Piccadilly by train
| First train | 21:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:24 | |
| Departure station | Mottingham | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 7h 22m | |
| Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Mottingham to Manchester Piccadilly in 7 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Mottingham to Manchester Piccadilly? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 22 minutes to travel the 170 miles (274 km) from Mottingham to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink 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 Mottingham to Manchester Piccadilly 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 Manchester Piccadilly by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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