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Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly by train

First train

05:29

Last train

18:00

Departure station

Shirley

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

From 2h 16m

Distance

76 miles (122 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly in 2 hours 16 minutes

If you want to travel from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly by train to take around 2 hours 29 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 76 miles (122 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Manchester Piccadilly. You can travel with Avanti West Coast trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly? 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 Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly take?

The average journey time by train between Shirley and Manchester Piccadilly is 2 hours and 29 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Shirley and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly is 2 hours and 16 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly?

No, there are no direct train services from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly. Travelling from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 05:29. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 18:00. 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 Shirley and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

Trains travelling from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly cover a distance of around 76 miles (122 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Shirley to Manchester Piccadilly

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