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Overview: Train from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
 | Distance | 162 miles (262 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 36 min |
 | Direct train | No |
Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly cover the 162 miles (262 km) long route and usually take around 3 h 36 min. There are direct train services available. Travelers depart most frequently from London Waterloo and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.
Travel Tips: Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
Travel Tips: Travel by train to Manchester Piccadilly 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 to Manchester Piccadilly.
When traveling this route you should expect the distance from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly by train to be approximately 162 miles (262 km).
On average the London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly train time is 3 h 36 min covering the 162 miles (262 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from London Waterloo and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, London Waterloo, located approximately 1.2 miles (2 km) from the city center of London Waterloo. The most popular arrival train station in Manchester Piccadilly, called Manchester Piccadilly, is located around 0.6 miles (954 m) away from its city center.
Trains departing from London Waterloo
Distance from London Waterloo to city center
1.2 miles (2 km)
How to get to this station?
Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Amenities at station
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
Shopping
Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Information Desk
Information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Yes - from information point, Yes - from ticket office | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Accessibility
Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank. | Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users. | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Trains arriving to Manchester Piccadilly
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
954 m
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.Amenities at station
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Parking
Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 711 (including 35 handicapped spaces) Parking Pricing: £5. 00 for the first 2 hours | Up to £21. 00 per day
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
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