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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston19:532h52London Waterloo (WAT)22:45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change- W34042+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston19:132h52London Waterloo (WAT)22:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£521One-way1 change
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Compare coach, train and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
The cheapest option from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly is coach, with an average price of £12. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 262 km
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London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33108 | On time 7:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h27 | 11:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33098 | On time 8:36 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h29 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33353+ G00857 | On time 8:41 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h49 | 12:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33172 | On time 9:36 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h26 | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33352+ L89085 | On time 9:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h06 | 13:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33294 | On time 10:36 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h13 | 13:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33142 | On time 11:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h51 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33299 | On time 17:08 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h03 | 20:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33187 | On time 17:51 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h53 | 20:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33146 | On time 18:08 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h00 | 21:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33356 | On time 18:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h52 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33136 | On time 19:08 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h11 | 22:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33358 | On time 19:47 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h57 | 22:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33286+G00917 | On time 19:51 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h37 | 23:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33310+L89087 | On time 20:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h47 | 23:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33343 | On time 20:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h30 | 0:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33328 | On time 21:09 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h39 | 0:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly, including direct trains, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Lowest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 20:23 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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