London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train with Avanti West Coast

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Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Avanti West Coast8:58 London Waterloo (WAT)
2h58
11:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

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Take a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and enjoy the approximately 262 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

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
Coach from £40
Distance
262 km
Average train duration
2h 35m
Trains per day
6
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
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
Coach from £40

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 £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£91
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
The train distance from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is 262 km.
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is by coach, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Waterloo to Manchester Oxford Road primarily travels through urban and industrial areas, with some stretches of countryside, but it is not typically considered one of the more scenic rail routes in the UK.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).

popular train stations

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.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Manchester
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.90 · every ~86 min

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.

Most popular trains to and from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and London Waterloo (WAT)

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