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Trains from Welwyn Garden City (WGC) to Manchester Stations

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51

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Welwyn Garden City (WGC) to Manchester Stations

Buy tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Stations . Explore the list of all train routes from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Stations and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Stations is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations .

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:00
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:22
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:53
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:21
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:02
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:02
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:02
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Welwyn Garden City
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Piccadilly

About Welwyn Garden City Station

Station name Welwyn Garden City (WGC)
Address Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping m, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:30
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
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 Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations 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 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

First class tickets on trains between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Welwyn Garden City & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.