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Travelling from Manchester to London by train? Advance Tickets can be as low as £10.75*, with average fares of £30.04. Benefit from Off-Peak train tickets, Return train tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets for extra savings. Enjoy the most cost-effective and pleasant journey with TrainPal. For more tips on saving money, visit our UK cheap train ticket guide.
From Manchester to London, take the fastest train in 2h 6m, typically 2h 57m. Daily, 73 trains depart from Manchester, with the first at 00:53 and the last at 22:13. During Off-Peak times starting at 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter space with fewer people. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. We save you time, effort, and money.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05:05 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:27 London Euston | On time | 2h 22m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:53 London Euston | On time | 2h 42m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:10 London Euston | On time | 2h 15m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:06 London Euston | On time | 3h 3m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
06:06 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:25 London Euston | On time | 3h 19m | Northern | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Manchester to London with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
| First train | 00:53 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 22:13 |
| Departure station | Manchester |
| Arrival station | London |
| Distance | 163 miles (262 km) |
| Journey time | From 2h 6m |
| Price | From £10.75 |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern, Transport for Wales |
The train journey from London to Manchester typically takes around 2h 57m on average. Covering a distance of 262 km, there are usually 73 trains running daily between the two cities, with departures starting at 00:53 and the last train leaving at 22:13.
For the quickest and most efficient journey from Manchester to London, catch the train from Manchester Piccadilly. Conveniently situated in the southeast of Manchester city centre, Manchester Piccadilly Station is easily accessible via buses, taxis, and Metrolink trams.
Manchester Piccadilly offers extensive train services to major cities including Bristol, Liverpool, Chester, Sheffield, and Bradford. Key train operators at this station include Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales, providing a diverse range of travel options.
The main stops along this journey include Stockport, Wilmslow, Crewe, Stafford, and beyond. The stops may vary depending on the time, train operators, and routes.
The fastest train from Manchester to London arrives at London Euston. Conveniently located on the London Inner Ring Road, between Cardington Street and Eversholt Street in the London Borough of Camden, Euston Station is easily accessible by bus, taxi, and the London Underground.
London Euston offers train services to major cities including Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Northampton, and Watford. Key train operators at this station include Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, and London Overground, providing a variety of travel options.
London Euston is well-connected to the London Underground, offering direct access to the Northern and Victoria lines. This connectivity ensures passengers can effortlessly reach other parts of London.
Near London Euston, explore the vast collections at the British Museum, relax in the tranquil Regent's Park, and visit the Wellcome Collection for a unique blend of medical history and contemporary art.
Travel from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston in approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes with Avanti West Coast trains.
During your journey, take in the picturesque English countryside, with its rolling hills and charming villages. Enjoy the lush scenery of the Trent Valley, the Chiltern Hills, and the outskirts of the Peak District for a truly scenic travel experience.
For the best long-distance train services on the West Coast, choose Avanti West Coast. Experience high-speed travel from Manchester to London, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
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