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Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 6.240, with average prices for this route around KWD 6.710. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:57
Manchester Piccadilly
07:43
Carstairs
2h 46m, DirectTransPennine Express
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06:44
Manchester Piccadilly
10:47
Carstairs
4h 3m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail
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07:21
Manchester Piccadilly
12:23
Carstairs
5h 2m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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07:50
Manchester Piccadilly
12:23
Carstairs
4h 33m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West CoastScotRail
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09:21
Manchester Piccadilly
14:24
Carstairs
5h 3m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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09:50
Manchester Piccadilly
14:24
Paris
4h 34m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West CoastScotRail
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Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
18:50
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Carstairs
Journey time
Journey time
2h 46m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
KWD 6.240*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs, 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs 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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