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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leyton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leyton to Manchester will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Leyton to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34021+
Tube from Blackhorse Road to London Euston+
C34313
W34021+
Tube from Blackhorse Road to London Euston+
C34313Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leyton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £177.
Distance: 260 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £177 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leyton to Manchester:
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leyton to Manchester costing on average £74.
A coach is £162 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leyton to Manchester costing on average £177.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Coach takes on average 4h 44m.
You'll arrive about 1h 24m sooner (2h 41m by train vs 4h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £74 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Leyton to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34021+ Tube from Blackhorse Road to London Euston+ C34313 | Delayed 6:13 5:51Leyton Midland Road (LEM) | 3h28 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Leyton to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leyton to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leyton to Manchester trains use the Leyton Midland Road to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Leyton and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leyton Midland Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Leyton Midland Road.
Wi-Fi is available at Leyton Midland Road.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Leyton Midland Road: Parking.
Available at Leyton Midland Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leyton Midland Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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