Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

2 h 41 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

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 £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.

08:152h47

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:02London Waterloo (WAT)

£401One-way

0 changes

06:552h49

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

09:44London Waterloo (WAT)

£401One-way

0 changes

08:352h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

11:16London Waterloo (WAT)

£521One-way

0 changes

07:352h41

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

10:16London Waterloo (WAT)

£791One-way

0 changes

09:152h50

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:05London Waterloo (WAT)

£931One-way

0 changes

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 £7. 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 £7, and a flight costs an average of £55.

Distance: 262 km

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£80 Average Price	£15 Average Price Cheapest	£174 Average Price
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
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Journey information

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

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

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 £7

Distance

262 km

Average train duration

3h 30m

Cheapest ticket price

£24

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 41m

First train

04:05

Last train

19:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

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 £40. 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: £40

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 £91; 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, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

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 15: 35.

There are 10 trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Waterloo (WAT). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT).

For the trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Waterloo (WAT) you can take a train with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to London Waterloo (WAT) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Waterloo (WAT) 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.