Cheap Train Tickets from London to Manchester
For a train from London to Manchester, you can find advance tickets for as low as £12.25, with fares typically averaging around £40.59. To secure the most affordable train ticket, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid peak times. For a wider selection of cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
London to Manchester Live Train Timetable
View rails from London to Manchester today (28 Apr 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. To obtain further information about trains today or on any other day, please refer to the timetable below.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
07:51 London Euston | 12:14 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 4h 23m | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets | |
08:07 London Euston | 10:55 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 2h 48m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
08:16 London Euston | 11:01 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 2h 45m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
08:20 London Euston | 11:45 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 3h 25m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
08:56 London Euston | 13:12 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 4h 16m | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets | |
09:16 London Euston | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 2h 49m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
09:19 London Euston | 12:46 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 3h 27m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
09:56 London Euston | 14:15 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 4h 19m | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets | |
10:16 London Euston | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 2h 46m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
10:19 London Euston | 13:45 Manchester Piccadilly | On time | 3h 26m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets |
London to Manchester Train Journey Information
Effortlessly plan your journey from London to Manchester. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
| First train | 07:51 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 |
| Departure station | London |
| Arrival station | Manchester |
| Distance | 164 miles |
| Journey time | From 2h 7m |
| Price | From £10.60 |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway |
London to Manchester Train Travel Guide
Train travel from London to Manchester offers convenient and efficient commuting or exploration for passengers to enjoy timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
Travelling by train from London to Manchester takes approximately 2h 7m. From London to Manchester there are an average of 43 trains per day. The first train departs at 07:51, and the last train leaves at 23:40. For more detailed information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train from London to Manchester Split Ticket and Advance tickets are available. The average fare is approx £40.59 and the cheapest fare is £12.25. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) Accurate ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class.
Train Stations
You can explore your Manchester train journey from Huddersfield,Preston (Lancs),Todmorden,Macclesfield,Crewe,Liverpool Lime Street,or Lancaster Station.
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