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Acton to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Planning a journey from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £35.50, with average prices for this route around £35.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesOperator
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23:38
11h 18m, No direct
Acton Central
10:56
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Manchester Piccadilly
London OvergroundAvanti West Coast
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23:50
11h 6m, No direct
South Acton
10:56
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
London OvergroundSouth Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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23:57
10h 59m, No direct
Acton Main Line
10:56
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Paris
Elizabeth lineAvanti West Coast
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Acton to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
00:05
Last train
Last train
23:57
Departure station
Departure station
Acton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
Distance
257 km
Price
Price
£35.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, London Overground

How to book cheap train tickets from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 Acton to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Acton to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Acton to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.