The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Cheapest price
£220
Average price
£220
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) will cost around £220 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £220.
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) you need to make at least one change.
L02273+
Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London)
W02452+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
G24591
W02452+
Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London)
W02456+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
G24556
L02273+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
L23940
W02452+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
G24591
L02273+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
L23940
W02456+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
G24556
L02273+
Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London)
W02452+
Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London)Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 263 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W02456+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ G24556 | On time 05:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 08:59 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
W02456+ Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London) | On time 05:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h14 | 09:08 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
L02273+ Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London) | On time 06:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 09:20 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
L02273+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ L23940 | On time 06:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 09:09 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
W02452+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ G24591 | On time 06:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 09:24 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
W02452+ Tube from London Euston to Stratford (London) | On time 06:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h07 | 09:36 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 12:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, First Hull Trains, LNER from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trainsAvanti West Coast, First Hull Trains, LNER trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Stratford (London) (SRA) from £9. 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Stratford (London) (SRA)
- 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 - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
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