The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 2 trains that leave London St Pancras International (STP) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€138 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €149 Average price |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:32 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h37 | 11:09 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $113 (€91) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 14:31. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 (€91) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 07:03 |
Last train 14:31 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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