- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 22 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 22 Sept
£110
Fastest journey on 22 Sept
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 22 Sept
2 h 6 m
Trains on 22 Sept
72
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Manchester will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Tue 22 Sept, we found 72 trains from London to Manchester, including 47 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
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W34102
W34021Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 262 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Manchester:
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Manchester costing on average £71.
A coach is £222 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Manchester costing on average £236.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Coach takes on average 4h 57m.
The journey is about 1h 47m faster (2h 32m by train vs 4h 19m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£71 vs £75). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Manchester trains for today, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34021 | On time 7:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34147 | On time 7:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01312 | On time 7:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21769+ W84667 | On time 8:03 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h02 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34070 | 8:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34273 | 8:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17848+ G38967 | 8:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33961 | On time 8:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34038 | 9:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34185 | On time 9:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17878+ G38949 | On time 9:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34059 | On time 9:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34102 | On time 10:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34040 | 10:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17873+ G38975 | 10:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34210 | On time 10:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34198 | 11:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33931 | 11:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17792+ G38953 | On time 11:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34101 | On time 11:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34269 | On time 12:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34179 | On time 12:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 14:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17897+ G38983 | On time 12:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34061 | On time 12:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34074 | 13:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 15:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33954 | On time 13:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17941+ G38955 | On time 13:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34053 | On time 13:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34280 | 14:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33926 | On time 14:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 16:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18017+ G38991 | On time 14:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 18:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34157 | 14:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21763+ W84708 | On time 15:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h03 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33951 | 15:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h10 | 17:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33963 | On time 15:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17881+ G38957 | 15:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34231 | 15:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70996+ W84714 | On time 16:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h03 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34203 | 16:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70998+ W84720 | On time 16:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h33 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33873 | 16:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18013+ G38999 | On time 16:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33872 | 16:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21781 · C04474 | On time 17:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h34 | 20:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34075 | 17:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 19:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33863 | 17:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 19:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18012+ G38959 | On time 17:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33865 | 17:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21758+ W84727 | On time 18:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h03 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34193 | 18:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 20:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34022 | On time 18:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 20:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17783+ G39004 | On time 18:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h35 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34024 | On time 18:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33936 | 19:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h06 | 21:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34129 | On time 19:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17936+ Y62764 | On time 19:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h51 | 23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
C17936 · W70523+ L89207 | On time 19:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h33 | 23:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34042 | 19:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33920 | On time 20:13 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33967 | 20:33 London Euston (EUS) | 2h12 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34076 | 20:53 London Euston (EUS) | 2h15 | 23:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01313 | On time 21:39 London Euston (EUS) | 2h09 | 23:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17892+ G90053 | On time 21:46 London Euston (EUS) | 3h41 | 1:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34098 | On time 22:03 London Euston (EUS) | 2h42 | 0:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 22 September | |||||
W70940+ P24780 | 5:59 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h33 | 9:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34065 | 6:08 London Euston (EUS) | 2h17 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34204 | 6:29 London Euston (EUS) | 2h16 | 8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17953+ G38945 | 6:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h30 | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34175 | 6:46 London Euston (EUS) | 2h19 | 9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70945+ P24793 | 7:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h30 | 10:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Manchester run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Manchester trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare London and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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