Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate by train
| First train | 10:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:15 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Forest Gate | |
| Journey time | From 4h 10m | |
| Distance | 164 miles (263 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate in 4 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 47 minutes to travel the 164 miles (263 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Forest Gate. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Forest Gate by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Forest Gate
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