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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Victoria
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Sept
Cheapest price on 10 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
3 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
3 h 51 m
Trains on 10 Sept
2
Distance
203 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Victoria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Victoria will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Fast trains
On Thu 10 Sept, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Victoria, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
12:303h51Manchester16:21Victoria£511One-way0 changes- 8:303h51Manchester12:21Victoria£571One-way0 changes
- 8:303h51Manchester12:21Victoria£571One-way0 changes
- 12:303h51Manchester16:21Victoria£511One-way0 changes
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Compare coach and train for Manchester to Victoria
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Victoria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 203 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£44 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Victoria is a coach with an average price of £20.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Victoria:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Victoria costing on average £44.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Victoria is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.
Other travel options to Victoria take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Victoria including taking a coach and train.
Live departures
Manchester to Victoria train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Victoria trains for tomorrow, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:30 Manchester | 3h51 | 12:21 Victoria | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 Manchester | 3h51 | 16:21 Victoria | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Victoria
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Victoria run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 3h 59m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 20:19 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Complete guide to Victoria
Things to do in Victoria
Discover the best of Victoria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Victoria trip today.
- Must visit
Tate Britain
National museum of British art from Tudor portraits to Turner, with a compact, high-quality collection near Millbank.
- Recommended
National Army Museum
Military museum covering the British Army from the Civil Wars to today, with uniforms, medals and interactive displays.
- Must visit
St James's Park
Major royal park with lake views, pelicans, flowerbeds and easy walks linking Buckingham Palace and Westminster.
- Recommended
Elizabeth Street
Upscale Belgravia street lined with stucco terraces, boutiques and cafés, ideal for a polished local stroll.
- Recommended
Battersea Park
Leafy riverside park by Chelsea Bridge with sports grounds, broad lawns and fine views across the Thames.
Afternoon Tea
A classic afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones, jam and cakes. It is a long-standing London ritual and widely enjoyed around Victoria.
Fish and Chips
White fish coated in batter and fried, usually served with chips. A staple across London and a familiar traditional British takeaway meal.
Sunday Roast
Roast beef with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. A traditional Sunday meal found in many London pubs.
The Dining Room at The Goring
Elegant dining room in The Goring, known for refined British dishes and polished service in a classic luxury hotel setting.
The Grenadier
Historic Victorian pub near Victoria Station serving cask ales and traditional British dishes in a lively, old-fashioned interior.
Market Halls Victoria
Busy market hall with many food traders and bars. Good for trying varied British and international bites in a casual atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Victoria is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel, dining and transport costs due to its central London location.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés: small change is optional.
FAQs: Manchester to Victoria train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Victoria 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 Victoria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Victoria can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Manchester to Victoria covers a distance of 203 km and takes approximately 3h 59m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Victoria is 203 km.
The first train from Manchester to Victoria leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Manchester to Victoria departs at 20:19.
Trains from Manchester to Victoria run approximately 17 times per day.
To get from Manchester to Victoria, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Victoria.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Victoria is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Ebbw Vale Town (EBB).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Victoria is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Manchester to Victoria in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Victoria offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Pennines and surrounding countryside, making it relatively scenic.
A day trip from Manchester to Victoria is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 59m. There are 17 train departures per day over a distance of 203 km.
Three to four days are generally sufficient to explore Victoria, allowing time to visit attractions like the Royal BC Museum, Butchart Gardens, and the Inner Harbour.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Manchester to Victoria.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Victoria
Most Manchester to Victoria trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Ebbw Vale Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Victoria train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Victoria
Which Manchester station do trains to Victoria leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Victoria leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
DeansgateDeansgate station, Whitworth Street West, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LG
City-centre transport
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Corkickle, Manchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness, Manchester Airport - Windermere, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Preston, Stockport - Blackpool North · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus33, 255, 30 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1 · 1h 6m
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line · 6m · £2 · every ~38 min
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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