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London to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Manchester, starting from $18.86 and averaging $46.93. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 6m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Jun 20
From $47.15
Sat, Jun 21
From $36.37
Sun, Jun 22
From $35.56
Mon, Jun 23
From $28.29
Tue, Jun 24
From $28.29
Wed, Jun 25
From $18.86
Thu, Jun 26
From $18.86

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:39 London Euston	07:43 Manchester Piccadilly	7h 4m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:35 London Euston	10:40 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 5m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:10 London Euston	08:25 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 15m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:21 London Euston	11:13 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 52m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:29 London Euston	08:45 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 16m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:46 London Euston	09:05 Paris	2h 19m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

00:39

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 6m

Distance

163 miles

Price

$18.86*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Manchester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London and Manchester on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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London to Manchester Train prices and times

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