The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Knutsford
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Knutsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Knutsford will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Knutsford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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 train, coach and flight for London to Knutsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Knutsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 251 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£83 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £150 Average Price |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Knutsford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Knutsford trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:32 London | 3h18 | 18:50 Knutsford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 04:31 London | 4h09 | 08:40 Knutsford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:35 London | 4h16 | 08:51 Knutsford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:33 London | 3h07 | 12:40 Knutsford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:33 London | 3h19 | 13:52 Knutsford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Knutsford
Trains from London to Knutsford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Knutsford trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Knutsford from £16. 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 to Knutsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Knutsford 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 Knutsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Knutsford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:20 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long step-free route between platforms via the street. (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient).
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:40 - 16:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Stepped access between platforms is via a footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt/ platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards London - Bus stop R on Catford Road (by the St Dunstans Jubilee Pavilion) Towards Hayes - Bus stop M on Catford Road (by the computer repair centre)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 12:10 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park - RingGo code 5703
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - separate level access to both Chester and Manchester platforms. Ticket office is on Manchester platform. Stepped bridge between platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Traveline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Adams Hill, near to Station Entrance. (Station side for Altrincham, opposite side for Chester)
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