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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£48

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to London will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Manchester for London every day 6 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 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.

G37480+

L33392

09:593h26

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:25London Euston (EUS)

£481One-way

1 change

G55990+

L33392

09:303h55

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

13:25London Euston (EUS)

£481One-way

1 change

G55935+

L33396

10:303h55

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

14:25London Euston (EUS)

£481One-way

1 change

W09168

10:202h27

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:47London Euston (EUS)

£891One-way

0 changes

W09153

09:202h53

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

12:13London Euston (EUS)

£891One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£66 Average Price	£31 Average Price Cheapest	£269 Average Price
4h 11m average duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 52m average duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 5m average duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions	0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Manchester to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 June

Last updated at 21:07

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W09133	On time 07:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h54	09:59 London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
W09142	On time 07:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h53	10:13 London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
C23554+W09147	On time 07:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h14	10:40 London Euston (EUS)	1 change
W09153	On time 08:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h53	11:13 London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
C23558+W09157	On time 08:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h01	11:28 London Euston (EUS)	1 change
G55990+L33392	On time 08:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h55	12:25 London Euston (EUS)	1 change
G37480+L33392	On time 08:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h26	12:25 London Euston (EUS)	1 change
W09168	Delayed 09:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h27	11:53 11:53London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
G55935+L33396	On time 09:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	3h55	13:25 London Euston (EUS)	1 change
W09172	On time 09:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h26	12:01 London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
W09184	On time 10:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2h15	12:30 London Euston (EUS)	0 changesdirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to London?

The best time to book your train from Manchester to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to London route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to London.

Trains

from £57

Coaches

from £13

Flights

from £120

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Manchester to London

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Pro

Free wifi

Free sockets

Comfortable seats

Cons

Lots of people on the train

I travelled from Manchester to London some time ago. As always, it was very easy to book the tickets online. The train was very clean inside and the toilets were very hygienic. As always, the staff were very friendly and helpful. There was also free wifi and free power sockets. The train left on time and the journey took about 2.5 hours in total! As always, the price-performance ratio is very good!

Pro

Good wifi

Cons

Slightly sticky

The train from Manchester to London was train number 2289 and departed on time from Manchester. The connection was possible without changing trains, which makes travelling by train very pleasant. WCs were clean and hygienic as was the rest of the train. The staff were friendly and helpful and helped me with my queries. The general service was good as well as the food, which tasted delicious. My recommendation goes out.

Pro

Little noise

Cons

No sockets

The Manchester to London connection with train number 7569 departed on time from Manchester on 6 February. The wifi on the train made the journey much more comfortable and the journey time of two and a half hours was very short. Unfortunately, the WCs in my carriage were blocked.

Pro

Good view

Cons

No sockets

The train from Manchester to London departed with a delay and had the train number K23. The journey took two and a half hours. The seats were very comfortable and the food you could buy was very tasty. Toilets were hygienic and clean and the rest of the train was also clean. The staff were very nice and helped me with my luggage when boarding, hence my recommendation.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to London

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £5 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 £5

Distance

262 km

Average train duration

3h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

£31

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 6m

First train

00:06

Last train

23:56

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester to London

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and East Midlands Trains trains will get you from Manchester to London from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

Avanti West Coast from Manchester to London train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: £37
Avanti West Coast frequency: 25 a day

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Manchester to London train information with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: £31

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.

East Midlands Trains from Manchester to London train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: £86

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

FAQs: Manchester to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to London 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 to London.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London is £67; 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 to London is 2 h 6 min to travel the 162 mile long route, with around there are 13 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to London leaves at 00: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to London leaves at 23: 56.

Yes, there are 10 direct trains a day from Manchester to London with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to London. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester to London.

Take the Manchester to London train with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Manchester to London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 56.

When departing from Manchester, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. When arriving in London, you can end your route in train stations like London Euston and London Victoria.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (831 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to London by train is November.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester and London 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and London

Manchester

London

The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to London.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: on platform and approach
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Manchester Victoria

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.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi