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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 22 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 $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 2 trains that leave London St Pancras International (STP) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) on Thu, Jun 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.
11:02 AM3h07London St Pancras International (STP)2:09 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1211One-way0 transfers- 5:02 PM3h37London St Pancras International (STP)8:39 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$2311One-way0 transfers
- 11:02 AM3h07London St Pancras International (STP)2:09 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$1211One-way0 transfers
- 5:02 PM3h37London St Pancras International (STP)8:39 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)$2311One-way0 transfers
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 $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $265.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$186 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO):
A bus is $169 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average $186 (€150).
A bus is $253 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average $270 (€217).
Other travel options to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
You'll arrive about 2h 27m sooner (2h 41m by train vs 5h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $186 (€150) compared to roughly $103 (€83) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21769 · C21812 | On time 8:03 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h36 | 11:39 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
C21769+ W84667 | On time 8:03 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h06 | 11:09 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C21649+W84673 | On time 8:32 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h37 | 12:09 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $108 (€87) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 17:02. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€87) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 5:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast from London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from $12 (€9). 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)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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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