Manchester Piccadilly station

Manchester Piccadilly station operates 14 platforms in the heart of Manchester and connects intercity, regional, and local trains beneath a sprawling glass roof. The complex spans several city blocks and includes shops, waiting areas, and an underground tram station.

The terminal opened in 1842 as Store Street and later became London Road before receiving its current name in 1960. The roof structure grew through several building phases during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

The main hall preserves its Victorian iron framework and arched windows that let natural light flood the platforms below. Passengers move through the concourse as a gateway between long-distance trains and the city's street-level tram stops.

The complex offers bicycle parking, shops, and food options along with direct access to the tram network on the lower level. Signage guides visitors through the building to the different platforms and into the city center.

Two separate overhead wire systems run simultaneously above the platforms and power different train types from multiple rail networks. This technical setup allows trains with varying electrical requirements to share the same terminal.

Location: Manchester

Inception: 1866

Official opening: May 8, 1842

Part of: Manchester station group

GPS coordinates: 53.47700,-2.23000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:35