The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
262 km
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.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
W33925+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:342h42Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:16London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:542h50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:44London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:142h48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:02London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo13:342h44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:18London Waterloo (WAT)£521One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo13:142h48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:02London Waterloo (WAT)£521One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo7:002h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:34London Waterloo (WAT)£2191One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:342h42Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:16London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:342h42Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:16London Waterloo (WAT)£921One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:342h42Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:16London Waterloo (WAT)£2191One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo13:342h44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:18London Waterloo (WAT)£521One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 262 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W34178+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 18:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h59 | 21:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33887+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 19:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h00 | 22:14 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34166+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ W44838 | Delayed 19:23 19:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h15 | 22:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h01 | 8:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
G00997+ W33943+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 5:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h20 | 8:31 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33932+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 5:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h54 | 8:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34018+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 8:59 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33953+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h47 | 9:16 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34218+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h34 | 9:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W70775+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+ W84653 | 7:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h03 | 11:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W34117+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 10:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34111+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 10:19 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C04344 · W70688+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h20 | 12:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
C04344 · C21663+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 11:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W34092+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 10:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W70781+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+ W84658 | 8:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 12:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33952+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 11:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h42 | 11:16 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33888+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 11:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34134+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 12:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h42 | 12:16 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33948+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 15:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33925+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h42 | 15:16 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34031+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 15:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34270+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 13:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 16:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33886+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 13:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h44 | 16:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W34191+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 16:46 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 18:14. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 18:14 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £8. 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Waterloo (WAT)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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).
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