Guildford to Manchester from $21: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard Services: For your train trip from Guildford to Manchester, you’ll likely be traveling with either Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Both operators offer a range of catering services including a café trolley service that provides snacks, hot beverages, and light meals. In First Class on Avanti, you can expect complimentary meals and drinks served at your seat, while CrossCountry offers an onboard shop with a variety of refreshments.

• Seating Options: On Avanti West Coast trains, you can choose from Standard Class, First Class, and Super First Class seating. Standard Class offers comfortable seating with power points, while First Class provides larger seats and complimentary meals. CrossCountry offers Standard Class and First Class options as well, with First Class providing added legroom and complimentary refreshments. Make sure to book early to secure your preferred seating arrangement as these can fill up quickly.

• Arrival Station Tip: Upon arriving at Manchester Piccadilly, locate the information desk for guidance on navigating the station. There are facilities to leave luggage at the station with a Left Luggage service (operated by Excess Baggage Company), where you can securely store your bags while you explore the city. The station also has accessible restrooms, but shower facilities are not widely available.

• Fastest Way to City Center: The fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly station to the city center is by taking the Metrolink tram. The nearest tram stop is just outside the station. You can take tram line 1 towards Altrincham or line 2 towards Droylsden, as they both stop at key city center locations like St Peter's Square. Alternatively, you can catch bus services such as the 1 or 50, which also provide quick access to various city center destinations.