Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Cheapest

£84

Average

£87

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

20:153h05

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

23:20London Waterloo (WAT)

£841One-way

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08:352h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:16London Waterloo (WAT)

£871One-way

0 changes

17:152h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

20:07London Waterloo (WAT)

£881One-way

0 changes

16:552h55

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

19:50London Waterloo (WAT)

£881One-way

0 changes

08:552h50

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:45London Waterloo (WAT)

£891One-way

0 changes

Train timetableManchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 September

Avanti West Coast

08:352h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:16London Waterloo (WAT)

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Avanti West Coast

20:153h05

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

23:20London Waterloo (WAT)

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Avanti West Coast

17:152h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

20:07London Waterloo (WAT)

0 changes

Avanti West Coast

08:552h50

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:45London Waterloo (WAT)

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Avanti West Coast

16:552h55

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

19:50London Waterloo (WAT)

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Train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 41 m

Average

2 h 50 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:352h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:16London Waterloo (WAT)

£871One-way

0 changes

05:312h45

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

08:16London Waterloo (WAT)

£2081One-way

0 changes

06:152h48

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

09:03London Waterloo (WAT)

£2091One-way

0 changes

08:552h50

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:45London Waterloo (WAT)

£891One-way

0 changes

17:152h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

20:07London Waterloo (WAT)

£881One-way

0 changes

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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Distance	162 miles
Average train duration	2 h 41 min
Average train ticket price	£83 (€94)
Direct train	No
Train companies	Avanti West Coast

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) cover the 162 miles long route taking on average 2 h 41 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £83, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £20.

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Find the best trains between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Waterloo (WAT) with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains from £38. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

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.

Train information from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 2 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: £38

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

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.

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is £83; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 2 h 41 min to travel the 162 mile long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 04: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 20: 15.

Take the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to London Waterloo (WAT) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 15.

A trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach, train or flight.

Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly

Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center

0.5 miles (767 m)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

Nearest Airport

Manchester Airport
8 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.

ATM

There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Taxi

Lockers

Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.

Dining

Car Rentals

Hertz | Europcar

Information Desk

Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Accessibility

There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Trains arriving to London Waterloo

Address

London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London. SE1 8SW

Phone

+44 3451652030

Distance from London Waterloo to city center

1.2 miles (2 km)

How to get to this station?

Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).

Amenities at station

Wifi

ATM

Shopping

Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.

Dining

Car Rentals

Avis Budget | Europcar

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Yes - from information point, Yes - from ticket office | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Accessibility

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