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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

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.

G55964+

L33397

10:30AM3h54

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)

€531One-way

1 transfer

G55960+

L33387

08:30AM3h54

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)

€591One-way

1 transfer

G55962+

L33391

09:30AM3h54

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:24PMLondon Euston (EUS)

€591One-way

1 transfer

W09178

09:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:41AMLondon Euston (EUS)

€991One-way

0 transfers

C27128+

Y07049

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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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€74 Average price	€35 Average price Cheapest	€301 Average price
4h 11m Average duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 52m Average duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 5m Average duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions	0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Manchester to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19

Last updated at 9:50 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C27128+Y07049	On time 7:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h23	10:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	1 transfer
W09144	On time 7:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h12	9:27 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
G55960+L33387	On time 7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h54	11:24 AM London Euston (EUS)	1 transfer
W09155	On time 7:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h06	9:41 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
Y07450 · Y07052	On time 7:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h26	11:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	1 transfer
W09162	On time 7:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h14	10:09 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
W09165	On time 8:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h12	10:27 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
G55962+L33391	On time 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h54	12:24 PM London Euston (EUS)	1 transfer
W09178	On time 8:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h06	10:41 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
W09186	On time 8:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h15	11:10 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
W09188	On time 9:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h12	11:27 AM London Euston (EUS)	0 transfersDirect
G55964+L33397	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.

Trains

from €63

Buses

from €15

Flights

from €135

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to London

United Kingdom

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

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 6m

First train

00:06

Last train

23:56

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

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Train information from Manchester to London with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: €34

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. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

East Midlands Trains from Manchester to London train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: €96

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Manchester to London. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Manchester to London with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 4 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: €95

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. 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.

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 €34 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London is €75; 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 2 h 6 min for the 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 00: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to London leaves at 23: 56.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to London without having to change trains with Avanti West Coast. There are 10 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 Trains from Manchester to London.

For the journey from Manchester to London you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Northern Rail (3). Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Manchester to London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 56.

When departing from Manchester, you have various train station options to start your route from including Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. When arriving in London, you can end your journey in train stations like London Euston and London Victoria.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (831 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 2 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to London is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Manchester to London including taking a train, coach or flight.

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.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

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

Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
Baby changing facilities: No

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.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi