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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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51

train journeys
per day

162

miles (261 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 162 miles (261 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 9 mins.

GWR, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:48
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:13
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:25
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    08:45
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    09:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:44
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    10:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:44
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    11:44
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    12:44
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:20
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:44
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:20
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    14:05
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    14:19
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross to Manchester Piccadilly

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

First class tickets on trains between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Charing Cross & Manchester Piccadilly. owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Charing Cross and Manchester Piccadilly, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.