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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£92
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£92
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
3 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
3 h 9 m
Trains on 09 Sept
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
9:013h09Manchester Airport12:10London Waterloo (WAT)£921One-way0 changes
- 9:013h09Manchester Airport12:10London Waterloo (WAT)£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £88.
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £88.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Coach takes on average 5h 50m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 3h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £88 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:01, the last at 08:01. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 8:01 |
Last train 8:01 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Manchester Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
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