Trains to Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester needs no introduction. The northern city is renowned for its music, nightlife and industrial history – and of course it's home to two of the world's best football clubs in Manchester United and Manchester City. Manchester Piccadilly, a popular station for both commuters and national travellers and a major transport hub for the north, takes you to the thick of the action. The free Metroshuttle bus service is the perfect way to reach landmarks such as the Museum of Science & Industry, Salford Quays and the Lowry cultural centre. The principal railway station in Manchester dates back to 1842, but in 2002 the station underwent a five-year, £100m refurbishment, which was much needed to cope with the 23 million passengers travelling through the station each year. A 2007 poll recorded Manchester Piccadilly as having the highest customer satisfaction level of any train station in the UK, so as you pace the concourse, expect a lot of smiles.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Luggage
Facilities
Toilets
WiFi
Staffing and customer service
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
Accessibility
First Class Lounge
The best way to enter is through the Fairfield Street entrance at basement level. The concourse is on the level above, with ticket offices, information points, timetables, toilets and shops. The second floor houses the majority of the station's eateries. The station has 14 platforms. Platforms 13 and 14 are best accessed via a travelator and footbridge. The Metrolink light rail network is located in the station's undercroft. Manchester Piccadilly is accessible for disabled people and has escalators and lifts to all levels.
Frequently asked questions
Is Manchester Piccadilly station open?
Manchester Piccadilly station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.
Are trains running today from Manchester Piccadilly station?
Trains arrive into and depart from Manchester Piccadilly station almost every day, although there may be less services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Are there toilets in Manchester Piccadilly station?
Yes, there are toilets available to use at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Are dogs allowed in Manchester Piccadilly station?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Manchester Piccadilly station but should be kept on a lead or comfortable in a pet carrier at all times.
Departures and arrivals from Manchester Piccadilly
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Liverpool Lime Street | East Midlands Railway | 11:43 | Late | |
| to Norwich | East Midlands Railway | 11:43 | 13 | On time |
| to Llandudno | Transport for Wales | 11:44 | 14 | On time |
| to Stoke-on-Trent | Northern | 11:46 | 5 | On time |
| to Manchester Airport | Northern | 11:47 | 13 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Crewe | Northern | 11:41 | 10 | Late |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | East Midlands Railway | 11:41 | 13 | On time |
| from Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 11:42 | Late | |
| from Manchester Airport | Transport for Wales | 11:43 | 14 | On time |
| from Sheffield | Northern | 11:48 | 6 | Late |