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TransPennine Express
East Midlands Railway

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Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train

First train

08:49

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Carshalton

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

From 4h 3m

Distance

170 miles (273 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern

Travel from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train in 4 hours 3 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train is 6 hours, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 3 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 170 miles (273 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Manchester Piccadilly. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink on your way to Manchester Piccadilly, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Manchester Piccadilly, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

FAQs about the train journey from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly

Want to know more about your journey from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly?

You can get from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train in 6 hours and 0 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 3 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly take?

The average journey time by train between Carshalton and Manchester Piccadilly is 6 hours and 0 minutes, with around 1 train per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Carshalton and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly is 4 hours and 3 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly?

No, there are no direct train services from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly. Travelling from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Carshalton to Manchester Piccadilly

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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