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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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29

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

02:36 / 02:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

9

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 58 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:36
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:52
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:06
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:46
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:03
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:46
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:57
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:48
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:46
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:32
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:48
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    17:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    18:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:48
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    19:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    20:05
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:46
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:36
    London Kings Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Kings Cross to Manchester Piccadilly

About London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:33.

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

Amenities on trains between London Kings 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 Kings Cross & Manchester Piccadilly. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Manchester Piccadilly.

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