The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Victoria (MCV) for Stratford (London) (SRA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:34 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h51 | 11:25 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA)
Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 09:20. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 08:34 |
Last train 09:20 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) to Stratford (London) (SRA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) and Stratford (London) (SRA)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- 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.
