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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 02

Cheapest

€95

Average

€183

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.

09:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

11:41AMLondon Euston

€951One-way

0 transfers

08:13AM3h25

Manchester Piccadilly

11:38AMLondon St Pancras International

€991One-way

1 transfer

09:15AM2h12

Manchester Piccadilly

11:27AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

08:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

10:41AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

08:55AM2h14

Manchester Piccadilly

11:09AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Manchester to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 2

East Midlands Railway

08:13AM3h25

Manchester Piccadilly

11:38AMLondon St Pancras International

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

08:15AM2h12

Manchester Piccadilly

10:27AMLondon Euston

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

08:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

10:41AMLondon Euston

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

08:55AM2h14

Manchester Piccadilly

11:09AMLondon Euston

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

09:15AM2h12

Manchester Piccadilly

11:27AMLondon Euston

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

09:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

11:41AMLondon Euston

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 02

Fastest Journey

2 h 6 m

Average

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

09:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

11:41AMLondon Euston

€951One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

08:35AM2h06

Manchester Piccadilly

10:41AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

09:15AM2h12

Manchester Piccadilly

11:27AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

08:15AM2h12

Manchester Piccadilly

10:27AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

08:55AM2h14

Manchester Piccadilly

11:09AMLondon Euston

€2401One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester to London

	Distance	261 km
	Average train duration	2 h 6 min
	Average train ticket price	€70 (€70)
	Train frequency	39 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 39 direct trains a day
	Train companies	Northern Rail, Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways

Trains from Manchester to London cover the 261 km long route taking on average 2 h 6 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail, Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways. Normally, there are 39 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as €47, but the average price of train tickets is €70. Travellers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in London Victoria.

Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail (3) trains Manchester to London

Travel between Manchester and London from €47 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail (3)! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

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.

Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains from Manchester to London. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to London from Manchester. 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.

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 €47 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London is €70; 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 time is 2 h 6 min covering the 261 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to London leaves at 07: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to London leaves at 14: 30.

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.

For the trip from Manchester to London you can take a train with Northern Rail, Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Manchester and London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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 Victoria, London St Pancras International and London Euston.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.6 miles (954 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Victoria, 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 December.

Yes, you can take a coach between Manchester and London.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Manchester

London

Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Manchester for your journey to London.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

Public transport 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

Manchester Airport Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR

Public transport 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.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

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

Public transport 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 Oxford Road Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU

Public transport 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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Overview: Train from Manchester to London

Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail (3) trains Manchester to London

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to London

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Can I do a day trip to London from Manchester?

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Overview: Train from Manchester to London

Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail (3) trains Manchester to London

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to London

How much does the train from Manchester to London cost?

How long does it take to get from Manchester to London by train?

What time does the first train from Manchester to London leave?

What time does the last train from Manchester to London leave?

Is there a direct train from Manchester to London?

Which train companies travel from Manchester to London?

Which Manchester train station goes to London? Which London train station do you arrive in from Manchester?

Can I do a day trip to London from Manchester?

What is the cheapest month to travel to London by train?

Are trains running from Manchester to London?

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

More options for your journey from Manchester to London

Most popular trains, buses and flights

Travel to popular destinations by train, bus or flight

Book tickets from your favourite transport companies

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

Useful links

Accommodation
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