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Manchester to London train with Avanti West Coast

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Feb 16

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
West Midlands RailwayG37481
09:57AM3h28
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:25PMLondon Euston (EUS)
561One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
West Midlands RailwayW19106
10:30AM3h55
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
02:25PMLondon Euston (EUS)
561One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
West Midlands RailwayG37477
08:09AM4h34
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:43PMLondon Euston (EUS)
561One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastC48975
09:20AM2h54
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:14PMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastC48961
08:05AM2h55
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:00AMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers

Manchester to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, February 16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast
C48961
Avanti West CoastC48961
08:05AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h55 11:00AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands Railway
G37477
Northern RailG37477
08:09AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4h34 12:43PM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
C48967
Avanti West CoastC48967
08:20AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h50 11:10AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast
P11856
Cross CountryP11856
08:26AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h14 11:40AM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
C48975
Avanti West CoastC48975
09:20AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h54 12:14PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast
P11860
Cross CountryP11860
09:27AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h05 12:32PM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
W19039
Transport for WalesW19039
09:30AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h08 12:38PM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
West Midlands Railway
G37481
Northern RailG37481
09:57AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h28 01:25PM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
C44545
Avanti West CoastC44545
10:20AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h35 12:55PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands Railway
W19106
Transport for WalesW19106
10:30AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h55 02:25PM London Euston (EUS)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
C48990
Avanti West CoastC48990
10:35AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h26 01:01PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect

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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.

Fastest train times from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Feb 16

Fastest Journey

2 h 26 m

Average

3 h 11 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

262 km

Of the 11 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
Avanti West CoastC48990
10:35AM2h26
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:01PMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastC44545
10:20AM2h35
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:55PMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastC48967
08:20AM2h50
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:10AMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastC48975
09:20AM2h54
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:14PMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastC48961
08:05AM2h55
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:00AMLondon Euston (EUS)
1041One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to London

Trains from Manchester to London run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 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
261 km
Average train duration
3h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
€34
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
10
Train providers
5
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: Virgin Trains, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester to London

Find the best trains between Manchester and London with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains from €30. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

Manchester to London train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 16 min
  • Cheapest Price: €30
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day

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.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London can start from as little as €37 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London is €56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to London is 2 h 6 min   to travel the 261 km long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary 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: 40.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Manchester to London with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester to London.
When taking a train from Manchester to London, you can count on Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Manchester and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 40.

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 trip 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 (767 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 February.
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 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 VictoriaParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket Office
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
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
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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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
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 Euston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Euston for your journey to London from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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
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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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,
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
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