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Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SEK 267.23, with average prices for this route around SEK 674.57. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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05:20
4 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Airport
10:05
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountryLNERTransPennine Express
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05:20
4 hours 59 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Airport
10:19
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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05:30
3 hours 49 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Airport
09:19
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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06:05
3 hours 39 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Mountfitchet
09:44
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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06:12
4 hours 53 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Airport
11:05
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountryEast Midlands RailwayTransPennine Express
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06:12
5 hours 7 minutes, Changes required
Stansted Airport
11:19
Paris
CrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:30
Last train
Last train
23:59
Departure station
Departure station
Stansted
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 24 minutes
Distance
Distance
294 km
Price
Price
SEK 267.23*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.