The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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€113 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:43 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h46 | 10:29 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h47 | 10:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 17:43 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, LNER from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, LNER trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $8 (€6). 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
- 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)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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