Manchester to London train with Avanti West Coast

Thu, Jun 19
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

€53

Average price

€136

Fastest journey

2 h 6 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

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.

The average ticket from Manchester to London will cost around €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.

Fast trains

Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester for London on Thu, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

Transport for WalesG55964+West Midlands TrainsL33397
10:30AM3h54
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)
531One-way
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG55960+West Midlands TrainsL33387
08:30AM3h54
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)
591One-way
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG55962+West Midlands TrainsL33391
09:30AM3h54
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)
591One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW09178
09:35AM2h06
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:41AMLondon Euston (EUS)
991One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressC27128+East Midlands TrainsY07049
08:13AM3h23
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:36AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
991One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to London 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 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Flight

€74

Average price

€35

Average price

Cheapest

€301

Average price

4h 11m

Average duration

3h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 52m

Average duration

6h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Manchester to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19
Last updated at 9:50 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressC27128+east_midlands_railwayY07049
On time
7:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h23
10:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09144
On time
7:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h12
9:27 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
transport_for_walesG55960+west_midlands_railL33387
On time
7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h54
11:24 AM London Euston (EUS)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09155
On time
7:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h06
9:41 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY07450 · Y07052
On time
7:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h26
11:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09162
On time
7:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h14
10:09 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09165
On time
8:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h12
10:27 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
transport_for_walesG55962+west_midlands_railL33391
On time
8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h54
12:24 PM London Euston (EUS)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09178
On time
8:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h06
10:41 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09186
On time
8:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h15
11:10 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09188
On time
9:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h12
11:27 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
transport_for_walesG55964+west_midlands_railL33397
On time
9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h54
1:24 PM London Euston (EUS)
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to London?

The best time to book your train from Manchester to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to London

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Trains from Manchester to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €6 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 €6
Distance
262 km
Average train duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€35
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
00:06
Last train
23:56
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 €6

Train providers: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester to London

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains trains will get you to London from Manchester from €34. 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 Manchester to London with Avanti West Coast:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 6 min
  • Cheapest Price: €41
  • Avanti West Coast frequency: 25 a day

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to London

Manchester
London
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to London.
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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public 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 train station
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ParkingParking
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HotelHotel
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
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
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your journey to London from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Victoria
  • Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
  • Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
  • Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transit options for London Euston
  • Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
  • Overground lines: Watford DC
  • Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
  • Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
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