Find trains from Manchester to London

For those of you travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, you’ll pass through a mixture of towns, villages, farms, canals and the rolling hills of the English countryside. While it’s certainly of interest, it’s not reputed as one of the most scenic routes in the UK. Entering London, you’ll pass by the landmark Wembley Stadium, so watch out for its vast arc. Manchester Piccadilly Station is, in itself, an interesting structure worth looking at. Originally built in the mid-nineteenth century, it’s now a listed building with a vast train shed roof, designed originally by George W. Buck. Historically, Manchester has been a key hub and link to other industrial cities. Even the vaults of the station have been used as a goods warehouse in the nineteenth century and currently as a station for Manchester’s MetroLink service.

If you’re departing from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, rest assured that the station offers a full array of services. So, whether you’re looking for somewhere to eat, drink or shop, or if you need assistance whilst travelling, you can find it at Manchester Piccadilly. For luggage storage, head to the company located between platforms 10 and 11. It’s open daily from early morning to late evening, apart from Sundays, when it opens a little later. If you or anyone travelling with you requires assistance whilst taking the train from Manchester to London, or whilst boarding the train or getting around the station, it’s best to pre-book this when making your ticket reservation. For dining options, the station has everything from sushi to burgers, as well as coffee bars, two supermarkets, a chocolate shop and a pasty shop. There’s also an on-site chemist and several gift shops. If you’re travelling with lots of luggage from Manchester Piccadilly to London, there are trolleys available for use throughout the station and in the long-stay car park. While there’s no free on-site WiFi, BT does provide a pay as you go wireless service.

You don’t need to carry a passport with you when travelling by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, as both cities are within England. However, it’s always advisable to carry some form of ID whilst travelling, whether that’s a driving licence or other document, during your travel from Manchester to London.

When you arrive at London Euston Station, you’ll be fairly close to many of London’s key attractions in the city centre. London’s theatre districts, as well as many of its museums, are within walking distance of Euston Station. If you’ve got train tickets from Manchester to London, rest assured that you’ll arrive at a station which is very well connected; it’s easy to reach the centre by public transport, including the tube and buses; on foot, if you have the time; and also by taxi or ridesharing apps, such as Uber. The taxi rank is located within the station, directly below it; follow signs for taxis, and it can be reached via lifts next to the ticket office or the stairs by the underground entrance. The underground is also within the station itself and gives access to the Northern and Victoria lines. Euston Square Station, a short walk away, also has direct access to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan tube lines. Ubers can be ordered to the station; although, you may have to walk a short way away from Euston Station to reach your ride.

A ticket from Manchester to London for this week starts from £41 one-way.

It takes 2h 06m to get from Manchester to London by train. Your arrival can differ by about 0h 11m. This largely depends on whether your train ride includes stops or a direct route from Manchester to London. Look into Avanti West Coast, they have one of the quickest options available.

Ride to your destination comfortably on Arriva, West Midlands Railway, and AccesRail. Consider Arriva, West Midlands Railway as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Manchester to London starting at £68.

While London is 163.1 mi away from Manchester, the distance by train is longer depending on the route. Most trains from Manchester to London will get there in 2h 06m.

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