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Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from OMR 8.180 and averaging OMR 8.180. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 57 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:58 8 hours, Changes required Paisley St James	07:58 +1 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
23:58 8 hours 29 minutes, Changes required Paisley St James	08:27 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

05:53

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Paisley St James

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3 hours 57 minutes

Distance

301 km

Price

OMR 8.180*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

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 Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly 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.

Paisley St James 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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Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Paisley St James to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details