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Compare coach, train and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 262 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£91 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £221 Average Price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains with Omio?
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 08:58. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 8:39 |
Last train 8:58 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from £8. 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
