The cheapest and fastest trains from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Euston (EUS) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 259 km
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Live departures
London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W02529 | On time 13:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W05541+ L64795 | On time 13:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W02591 | On time 13:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02588 | On time 14:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L02245 | On time 14:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 16:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W05547+ L64817 | On time 14:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 18:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W02585 | On time 14:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L02237 | On time 15:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h10 | 17:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02523 | On time 15:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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W02620 | On time 08:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02541 | On time 08:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W05515+ L64807 | On time 08:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
L02235 | On time 08:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02615 | On time 09:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L02244 | On time 09:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, LNER, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains, Chiltern Railways from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, LNER, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London Euston (EUS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Station Information for your trip from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly
Trains from London Euston Station:
Travel Information and Tickets
Station Address: London NW1 2DU, United Kingdom
Distance from London city centre: 1.4 miles (2.24 km)
How to get to London Euston:
This station is not located in the city centre but it can be reached by public transport.
Underground lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Victoria Line
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail services: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast
Ticket Office Hours:
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00am - 12:00am |
| Tuesday | 6:00am - 12:00am |
| Wednesday | 6:00am - 12:00am |
| Thursday | 6:00am - 12:00am |
| Friday | 6:00am - 12:00am |
| Saturday | 6:00am - 11:00pm |
| Sunday | 7:00am - 12:00am |
Services and Amenities in London Euston
Is the train station accessible to those with reduced mobility?
London Euston is easily accessible for travellers with reduced mobility. There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms via ramps. Passengers can find lifts between the concourse, taxi and car park and London Underground ticket hall. Lift access is available to the Underground ticket hall; however, the Underground station itself has only escalators and stairs.
Can I store my luggage in the station?
Yes, there are services to store your luggage located on Platform 16-18 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 8:00am until 9:00pm.
Are there ATM machines?
Yes, there are several ATMs at the station: three opposite Sainsbury's, two adjacent to M&S at Eversholt Street, and three located close to Platform 16 (opposite the Left Luggage facility).
Are there dining options?
Shops and restaurants at the station are located near Platforms 4, 8, 7, and 3.
Trains to Manchester Piccadilly Station:
Travel Information and Tickets
Station Address: Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester M60 7RA, United Kingdom
Distance to Manchester city centre: 0.37 miles (0.59 km)
How to get to Manchester Piccadilly Station:
This station is within walking distance of the city centre and is connected to other parts of the city by public transport.
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Ticket Office Hours:
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Thursday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Friday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Saturday | 4:30am - 10:30pm |
| Sunday | 7:00am - 10:30pm |
Services and Amenities in Manchester Piccadilly
Is the train station accessible to those with reduced mobility?
There is step-free access in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available for passengers with reduced mobility.
Can I store my luggage in the station?
Yes, there are services in Manchester Piccadilly Station to store your luggage, located on Platform 10. These services are provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 8:00am until 9:00pm.
Are there ATM machines?
Yes, there are ATM machines located on the main concourse, Platform 10, Fairfield Street mezzanine level and Fairfield Street.
Are there dining options?
Places to buy food and drink in Manchester Piccadilly include Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's and Starbucks as well as in shops like M&S, Sainsbury's Local, WH Smith and Boots.
FAQs: London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Euston (EUS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- 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.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- 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
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- 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
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- 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.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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