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Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £14.00, with average prices for this route around £40.70. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:15 3h 56m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	02:11 +1 City Thameslink		Find Tickets
23:36 8h 30m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	08:06 +1 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

05:05

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

2h 41m

Distance

262 km

Price

£14.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often 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.

Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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%.

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Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Manchester Piccadilly to City Thameslink Train Route Details