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Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Planning a journey from Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.70, with average prices for this route around £8.70. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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08:25
Craven Arms
10:13
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 48m, DirectTransport for Wales
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09:29
Craven Arms
11:13
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 44m, DirectTransport for Wales
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11:27
Craven Arms
13:13
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 46m, DirectTransport for Wales
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13:28
Craven Arms
15:13
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 45m, DirectTransport for Wales
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15:27
Craven Arms
17:13
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 46m, DirectTransport for Wales
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17:00
Craven Arms
19:15
Paris
2h 15m, No directTransport for Wales
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Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
00:10
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Craven Arms
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
Distance
123 km
Price
Price
£8.70*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Craven Arms 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 Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Craven Arms 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Craven Arms to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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