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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London
Showing times and prices for Dec 06
Cheapest
$46
Average
$50
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
08:15PM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly10:31PMLondon Euston
$461One-way
0 transfers
07:55PM2h19
Manchester Piccadilly10:14PMLondon Euston
$461One-way
0 transfers
09:15PM2h44
Manchester Piccadilly11:59PMLondon Euston
$521One-way
0 transfers
07:15PM2h18
Manchester Piccadilly09:33PMLondon Euston
$521One-way
0 transfers
10:30AM3h54
Manchester Piccadilly02:24PMLondon Euston
$551One-way
2 transfers
Train schedule from Manchester to London
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 6
East Midlands Railway
08:13AM3h25
Manchester Piccadilly11:38AMLondon St Pancras International
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
08:15AM2h12
Manchester Piccadilly10:27AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
West Midlands Railway
08:30AM3h54
Manchester Piccadilly12:24PMLondon Euston
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:35AM2h06
Manchester Piccadilly10:41AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:55AM2h14
Manchester Piccadilly11:09AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:15AM2h12
Manchester Piccadilly11:27AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
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Fastest train times from Manchester to London
Showing times and prices for Dec 06
Fastest Journey
2 h 6 m
Average
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
262 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
08:35AM2h06
Manchester Piccadilly10:41AMLondon Euston
$2651One-way
0 transfers
09:15AM2h12
Manchester Piccadilly11:27AMLondon Euston
$2651One-way
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08:15AM2h12
Manchester Piccadilly10:27AMLondon Euston
$2651One-way
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08:55AM2h14
Manchester Piccadilly11:09AMLondon Euston
$2651One-way
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08:13AM3h25
Manchester Piccadilly11:38AMLondon St Pancras International
$1041One-way
1 transfer
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Overview: Train from Manchester to London
 Distance | 162 miles (261 km) |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 3 h 7 min |
 Average train ticket price | $78 (€68) |
 Train frequency | 39 a day |
 Direct train | Yes, there are 39 direct trains a day |
 Train companies | East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Bus, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail |
Trains from Manchester to London cover the 162 miles (261 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 7 min with our travel partners like East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Bus, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Normally, there are 39 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $55 (€47), but the average price of train tickets is $78 (€68). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in London Euston.
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to London trains
For as little as $55 (€47) you can travel by train to London from Manchester with Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3). Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Train tickets from Manchester to London: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Manchester - London 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 13% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Manchester - London with 2 months in advance you save up to about 24% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 29%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Train tickets from Manchester to London: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Manchester - London 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 13% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Manchester - London with 2 months in advance you save up to about 24% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 29%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to London
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to London 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 Manchester to London.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London can start from as little as $55 (€47) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London is $78 (€68); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to London train travel time is 3 h 7 min for the 162 mile (261 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to London leaves at 7: 13 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to London leaves at 8: 45 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to London without having to change trains with Avanti West Coast. There are 39 direct trains from Manchester to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London. Take the fast train with East Midlands Railway from Manchester to London.
When taking a train from Manchester to London, you can count on East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Bus, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to London from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 45 PM.
When departing from Manchester, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria. When arriving in London, you can end your route in train stations like London Euston, London St Pancras International and London Kings Cross.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (766 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to London is December.
Yes, you can take a bus between Manchester and London.
Important Stations and Airports for this connection
Manchester
London
Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Manchester for your trip to London.
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30Public 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
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester Airport
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transit options for Manchester Airport
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at station
ParkingAccessibility
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYPublic transit options for Manchester Victoria
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Amenities at station
ParkingAccessibilityPublic transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
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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