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Elephant & Castle to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Elephant & Castle to Manchester, starting from AU$77.11 and averaging AU$85.98. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 55m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:37 7h 16m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	04:53 +1 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
21:37 8h 32m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	06:09 +1 Manchester Oxford Road		Find Tickets
21:49 8h 20m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	06:09 +1 Manchester Oxford Road		Find Tickets
21:54 8h 15m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	06:09 +1 Manchester Oxford Road		Find Tickets
22:26 9h 3m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	07:29 +1 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
23:40 8h 19m, Changes required Elephant & Castle	07:59 +1 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Elephant & Castle to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

05:14

Last train

23:40

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 55m

Distance

264 km

Price

AU$77.11*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elephant & Castle to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 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 Elephant & Castle 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Elephant & Castle 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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Elephant & Castle to Manchester Train prices and times

Elephant & Castle to Manchester Train Route Details