Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$106

Fastest journey

2 h 32 m

Average duration

2 h 35 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

259 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Thu, Jul 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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
09:15AM2h32
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:47AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$671One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
05:05AM2h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
07:47AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$801One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:55AM2h35
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:30PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$1261One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:55AM2h35
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:30AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
07:30AM2h53
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
10:23AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$1321One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €57.

Distance: 160 miles (259 km)

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€93

Average price

€15

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Cheapest

€169

Average price

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 19m

Average total duration

4h 49m

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30m

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4h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

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3h 0m

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Avanti West Coast

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) 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 $10 (€8)
Distance
160 miles (259 km)
Average train duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$53 (€43)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 19m
First train
04:05
Last train
18:15
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 $10 (€8)

Train Providers: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Avanti West Coast

About
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 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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ParkingParking
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phone
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • 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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