The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Manchester Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.








Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 253 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:47 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h11 | 11:58 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h08 | 11:58 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:23 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h42 | 13:05 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:47 London Victoria (VIC) | 3h29 | 13:16 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 13:36. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 07:09 |
Last train 13:36 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Manchester Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Manchester Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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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