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Trains from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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17

train journeys
per day

181

miles (291 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:33

first / last train

12

direct trains

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly , with 12 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 181 miles (291 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    09:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    10:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    12:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    13:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    15:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    16:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    17:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    18:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    19:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    21:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    4 hrs 15 mins Direct
    22:30
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    4 hrs 16 mins Direct
    23:31
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    11 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:23
    10 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Southampton Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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

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 Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 12 direct services per day from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Manchester Piccadilly.

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