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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to East Kilbride (EKL)

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22

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

4hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to East Kilbride (EKL)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:57
    4 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 2 changes
    14:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:21
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    17:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    21:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    22:22
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:15
    11 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:32
    9 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    East Kilbride
    Manchester Piccadilly to East Kilbride

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

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Piccadilly & East Kilbride. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and East Kilbride.

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