Trains from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly from $72.28*

Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly

Every day, up to 49 train depart from Gillingham (Dorset) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly, with the shortest journey taking 4h 52m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly

Finding cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Manchester Piccadilly usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.