Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£41

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£73

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

2 h 37 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

2 h 43 m

Trains on 03 Sept

22

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) you need to make at least one change.

  • Avanti West CoastW33956+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
    11:142h51
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    14:05London Bridge (LBG)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33975+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
    11:542h53
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    14:47London Bridge (LBG)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34270+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
    13:142h51
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    16:05London Bridge (LBG)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34031+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
    12:542h53
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    15:47London Bridge (LBG)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33925+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
    12:342h45
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    15:19London Bridge (LBG)
    £411One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £112.

Distance: 263 km

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Driving

£69

Average Price

£12

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Cheapest

£112

Average Price

£75

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 16m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG):

A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average £69.

A coach is £100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average £112.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 7m.

Other travel options to London Bridge (LBG) take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

Coach takes on average 4h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Bridge (LBG) including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 17m faster (2h 59m by train vs 4h 16m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£69 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33952+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
Delayed
7:14 8:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
11:05 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33888+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
Delayed
7:54 8:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
11:47 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34134+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge
Delayed
8:13 9:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
12:05 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
Thursday 3 September
Avanti West CoastW34018+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h48
9:02 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33953+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h50
9:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34218+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge7:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h37
9:37 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34117+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge7:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h55
10:09 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34111+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h48
10:22 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34092+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
10:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33952+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
11:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34104+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h45
11:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33888+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
11:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34134+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
12:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33893+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h45
12:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34090+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
12:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33896+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge10:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
13:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33902+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge10:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h45
13:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34095+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
13:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33956+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge11:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
14:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34097+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge11:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h45
14:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33975+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
14:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33948+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge12:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
15:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33925+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge12:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h45
15:19 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34031+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h53
15:47 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34270+TubeTube from London Euston to London Bridge13:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h51
16:05 London Bridge (LBG)1 change

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:54. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
263 km
Average train duration
2h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 45m
First train
5:10
Last train
17:54
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Bridge (LBG) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£39
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£73
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £69.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) covers a distance of 263 km and takes approximately 2h 45m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is 263 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) departs at 17:54.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG).
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG), you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to London Bridge offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of the rolling hills and greenery of the English countryside, particularly in the early stages of the journey, before transitioning to the more urban landscape as the train approaches London.
A day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to London Bridge is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 45m. The distance is 263 km. However, there are 9 trips per day available by train.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Bridge (LBG)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Bridge (LBG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in London
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

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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