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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston10:182h47London Waterloo (WAT)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change- W34101+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston11:182h47London Waterloo (WAT)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£461One-way1 change
- W34198+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston10:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
- W33931+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston10:582h46London Waterloo (WAT)13:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
- W34179+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston11:582h46London Waterloo (WAT)14:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
- W34198+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston10:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
- W34038+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston8:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)11:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£2191One-way1 change
- W34102+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston9:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)12:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£791One-way1 change
- W34280+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston13:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)16:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£521One-way1 change
- W34269+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston11:382h41London Waterloo (WAT)14:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 262 km
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Live departures
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, Wednesday 19 August. 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+W34175 | On time 6:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h59 | 9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ W70945 · C21804 | On time 6:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h14 | 10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34070 | On time 7:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h41 | 10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34273 | On time 7:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h46 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33930+ L89089 | On time 8:08 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h32 | 11:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33961 | On time 8:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h47 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34011+ G38967 | On time 8:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h48 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34038 | On time 8:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h41 | 11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34059 | On time 9:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h47 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34102 | On time 9:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h41 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34040 | On time 9:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h46 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34210 | On time 10:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h47 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34198 | On time 10:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h41 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33931 | On time 10:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h46 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34129 | On time 18:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h46 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34042 | On time 19:13 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h52 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33920 | On time 19:33 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h51 | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33967 | On time 19:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h52 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34278+Y62764 | On time 20:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h34 | 23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C01313 | On time 20:59 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h49 | 23:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 19:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands 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.
popular train stations
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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