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

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54

train journeys
per day

162

miles (261 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

00:53 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross is approximately 162 miles (261 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 8 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:53
    6 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:24
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 2 changes
    09:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross

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 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

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

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross 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 & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and London Charing Cross.

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