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City Thameslink to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from City Thameslink to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 3 619,48 RUB, with average prices for this route around 4 397,39 RUB. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:08 3 tuntia 17 minuuttia, Direct City Thameslink	08:25 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:21 3 tuntia 4 minuuttia, Changes required City Thameslink	08:25 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:32 3 tuntia 13 minuuttia, Direct City Thameslink	08:45 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:35 3 tuntia 10 minuuttia, Changes required City Thameslink	08:45 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:49 3 tuntia 16 minuuttia, Direct City Thameslink	09:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:51 3 tuntia 14 minuuttia, Changes required City Thameslink	09:05 Paris	Find Tickets

City Thameslink to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

05:08

Last train

22:58

Departure station

City Thameslink

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2 tuntia 48 minuuttia

Distance

262 km

Price

3 619,48 RUB*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from City Thameslink to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from City Thameslink to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 City Thameslink to Manchester, 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%

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 City Thameslink to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

City Thameslink to Manchester train ticket types

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

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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City Thameslink to Manchester Train prices and times

City Thameslink to Manchester Train Route Details