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South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times
Planning a journey from South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 236.16, with average prices for this route around SAR 236.16. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:21 South Croydon | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
12:30 South Croydon | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly |  | Find Tickets |
13:00 South Croydon | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
13:21 South Croydon | 16:44 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
13:30 South Croydon | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
14:00 South Croydon | 17:23 Paris | | Find Tickets |
South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details
First train
05:16
Last train
23:21
Journey time
3h 19m
Distance
277 km
Price
SAR 236.16*
How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from South Croydon 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 for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving 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 South Croydon 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.
South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types
Save money on your trip from South Croydon to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.