London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$73

Average price

$106

Fastest journey

2 h 41 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sat, Jun 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 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.

Avanti West Coast
07:18AM2h47
London Waterloo (WAT)
10:05AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$731One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:18AM2h47
London Waterloo (WAT)
11:05AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1061One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
06:53AM2h51
London Waterloo (WAT)
09:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1071One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
08:26AM3h39
London Waterloo (WAT)
12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:38AM2h41
London Waterloo (WAT)
11:19AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1241One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m.

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€74

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€17

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3h 23m

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2h 53m

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5h 37m

Average duration

5h 7m

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Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)
Distance
162 miles (262 km)
Average train duration
2h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$49 (€40)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 41m
First train
06:53
Last train
20:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, East Midlands Trains and Chiltern Railways from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains

Virgin Trains, East Midlands Trains and Chiltern Railways trains will get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from London Waterloo (WAT) from $47 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 41 min
  • Cheapest Price: $47

FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
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  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
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  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
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  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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