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Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly by train

First train

06:20

Last train

15:29

Departure station

Thorpe Culvert

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

From 4h 7m

Distance

103 miles (166 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway

Take the train from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly in 4 hours 7 minutes

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

You can expect the journey from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly by train to take around 4 hours 11 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 103 miles (166 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Manchester Piccadilly. You can travel with East Midlands Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Thorpe Culvert 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly

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

How do you get to Manchester Piccadilly from Thorpe Culvert?

To travel to Manchester Piccadilly from Thorpe Culvert, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 11 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 7 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly?

Trains from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly take an average of 4 hours and 11 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 7 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Thorpe Culvert and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

The quickest journey time between Thorpe Culvert and Manchester Piccadilly by train is 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly?

No, there are no direct trains running from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Thorpe Culvert to Manchester Piccadilly is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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

† 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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