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Charlton to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Charlton to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$62.23, with average prices for this route around US$62.23. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
16:30 3h 14m, Changes required Charlton	19:44 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
16:39 3h 26m, Changes required Charlton	20:05 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
16:44 3h 21m, Changes required Charlton	20:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:57 3h 22m, Changes required Charlton	20:19 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
17:05 3h 14m, Changes required Charlton	20:19 Manchester Piccadilly	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:20 3h 24m, Changes required Charlton	20:44 Paris		Find Tickets

Charlton to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

05:26

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Charlton

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 14m

Distance

270 km

Price

US$62.23*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Charlton to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Charlton to Manchester 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Charlton to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Charlton to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Charlton to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Charlton to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Charlton to Manchester Train prices and times

Charlton to Manchester Train Route Details