Manchester Piccadilly Station

Manchester Piccadilly Station

Train travel to Manchester Piccadilly guide

Manchester Piccadilly is the main railway station in Manchester. It handles over ten million passengers annually as the busiest station in the Manchester station group. The station's history dates back to 1842, and it underwent a five-year, £100 million renovation in 2002 to enhance service quality. Piccadilly Station is served by multiple train operating companies, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern, offering connections to destinations such as Glasgow, Leeds, London, and Nottingham.

Manchester Piccadilly is well-placed for easy access to several key attractions. Just a short walk away is Piccadilly Gardens, a public park that serves as a central gathering space in the city. Nearby, the Manchester Art Gallery offers a rich collection of art. The city itself is renowned for its vibrant music scene, which gave birth to iconic bands, its bustling nightlife, and its industrial history, all of which contribute to Manchester's unique and thriving cultural landscape.

Which train companies run trains to Manchester Piccadilly?

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER and West Midlands T offer services to and from Manchester Piccadilly, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.

What are Manchester Piccadilly's opening hours?

Typically 0:00 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.

Pick up & drop off at Manchester Piccadilly

Manchester Piccadilly offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Manchester Piccadilly?

Trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly connect easily to popular destinations like London, London Euston, Sheffield, Liverpool and Birmingham. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.

Manchester Piccadilly Live Timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Manchester Piccadilly. Check it now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Manchester Piccadilly to Scarborough04:26-TransPennine Express
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Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe04:49-Northern
On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport04:53-TransPennine Express
On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central04:57-TransPennine Express
On time
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport05:00-Transport for Wales
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly04:071ATransPennine Express
On time
York to Manchester Piccadilly02:3510TransPennine Express
On time
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly04:482BNorthern
On time
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly05:252BTransport for Wales
On time
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly05:291ANorthern
On time

Station Details

Address: Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA

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Post box

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Refreshments

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Seating facilities

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First class lounge

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Tourist information office

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Ticket Office

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Ticket buying and collection

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Use Oyster cards

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Transport links

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Accessible ticket machine

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General Services Information

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Left luggage

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