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Cressing (Essex) to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cressing (Essex) to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 259.86, with average prices for this route around QAR 259.86. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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22:56
9h 29m, Changes required
Cressing (Essex)
08:25
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Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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Cressing (Essex) to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:44
Last train
Last train
22:56
Departure station
Departure station
Cressing (Essex)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3h 55m
Distance
Distance
262 km
Price
Price
QAR 259.86*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cressing (Essex) to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cressing (Essex) to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
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 Cressing (Essex) to Manchester 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 Cressing (Essex) to Manchester, 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 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 Cressing (Essex) 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

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 Cressing (Essex) to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cressing (Essex) 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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