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MAN — LON
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult
Mon 5/5

Best deals for train tickets from Manchester to London

Find the right train ticket for you
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 18m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
3h 07m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Multiple carriers
With transfers
4h 33m
Multiple carriers

Manchester to London train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Manchester to London

RETURN FROM

£76

ONE-WAY FROM

£45

AVG TRAVEL TIME

2h 45m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Arriva, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast
The best return train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £76
The best one-way train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £45
Average time it takes to travel by train from Manchester to London
There are 3 train companies servicing this route: Arriva, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Manchester Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Manchester
Manchester Stockton-on-TeesManchester, 54.569862, -1.318083
Manchester CliftonManchester, 53.522491, -2.31474
Manchester RadcliffeManchester, 53.562197, -2.321509
Dukinfield Fairfield, ManchesterManchester, 53.471195, -2.143135
Manchester Peel HallManchester, 53.373714, -2.250418
Manchester Sale Water Park MetrolinkManchester, 53.427776, -2.290176

London Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in London
London Waterloo EastLondon, 51.504128, -0.108938
London Imperial WharfLondon, 51.47505, -0.182862
London PutneyLondon, 51.461098, -0.2161961
London Morden St. HelierLondon, 51.389526, -0.198866
London West BromptonLondon, 51.486588, -0.1956679
London Surrey QuaysLondon, 51.49279, -0.04814

Book return train tickets from Manchester to London

Below are the quickest and cheapest return train tickets from Manchester to London that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
Multiple carriers
27 Jun
05:55Manchester Piccadilly
2h 15m
08:10London Euston
29 Jun
08:20London Euston
3h 25m
1 stop
11:45Manchester Piccadilly
Multiple carriers
10 May
06:31Manchester Piccadilly
2h 10m
08:41London Euston
25 May
07:42London Euston
4h 03m
1 stop
11:45Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West Coast
27 Jun
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
29 Jun
08:16London Euston
2h 45m
11:01Manchester Piccadilly
Multiple carriers
9 May
05:55Manchester Piccadilly
2h 15m
08:10London Euston
17 May
05:39London Euston
3h 05m
1 stop
08:44Manchester Piccadilly
Multiple carriers
6 Jun
05:04Manchester Piccadilly
2h 23m
07:27London Euston
8 Jun
08:53London Euston
4h 18m
1 stop
13:11Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West Coast
10 May
05:55Manchester Piccadilly
2h 18m
08:13London Euston
25 May
09:13London Euston
3h 49m
13:02Manchester Piccadilly

Book one-way train tickets from Manchester to London

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Manchester to London we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
Avanti West Coast
9 May
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Avanti West Coast
7 Jun
05:55Manchester Piccadilly
2h 18m
08:13London Euston
Avanti West Coast
30 May
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
3h 07m
08:12London Euston
Avanti West Coast
14 Jul
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Avanti West Coast
21 Jul
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Multiple carriers
22 Jun
08:09Manchester Piccadilly
4h 33m
1 stop
12:42London Euston

Choose the best way to get from Manchester to London

Buses

3h 40m
£4 one-way£8 return
Direct · from £8

Distance to city centre

F964.1 mi

Trains

1h 59m
£34 one-way£114 return
Direct · from £1141 stop · from £114

Distance to city centre

QQU2.0 mi

Flights

1h 00m
£43 one-way£84 return
Direct · from £87

Distance to city centre

LTN27.9 mi
STN30.8 mi

FAQs for booking trains from Manchester to London

Is the train from Manchester to London scenic?

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.

What services are available at Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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.

Do you need a passport to go to London from Manchester by train?

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.

How to get from London Euston to London city centre?

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.

How much does a train ticket from Manchester to London cost?

A ticket from Manchester to London for this week starts from £45 one-way.

How long is the train ride from Manchester to London?

It takes 2h 22m to get from Manchester to London by train. Your arrival can differ by about 0h 23m. This largely depends on whether your train ride includes stops or a direct route from Manchester to London. Look into AccesRail, they have one of the quickest options available.

Which train companies operate between Manchester to London?

Ride to your destination comfortably on Arriva, West Midlands Railway, and Avanti West Coast. Consider Arriva, West Midlands Railway as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Manchester to London starting at £76.

How far is Manchester to London by train?

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 22m.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Manchester to London?

We’ve found that taking a flight from Manchester to London with {10} is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Manchester to London or a bus from Manchester to London can take you longer than a 1h 00m flight.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Manchester to London?

A bus from Manchester to London from £8 can save you up to 90% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a flight from Manchester to London or a train from Manchester to London.


Multiple carriers trains from Manchester to London

Our best Multiple carriers deals on Manchester to London train tickets
Multiple carriers
27 Jun
QQM05:55Manchester Piccadilly
2h 15m
QQU08:10London Euston
29 Jun
QQU08:20London Euston
3h 25m
1 stop
QQM11:45Manchester Piccadilly
Multiple carriers
17 May
QQM05:11Manchester Piccadilly
2h 42m
1 stop
QQU07:53London Euston
18 May
QQU09:20London Euston
3h 42m
QQM13:02Manchester Piccadilly

Avanti West Coast trains from Manchester to London

Our best Avanti West Coast deals on Manchester to London train tickets
Avanti West Coast
27 Jun
QQM05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
QQU07:27London Euston
29 Jun
QQU08:16London Euston
2h 45m
QQM11:01Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West Coast
16 May
QQM06:24Manchester Piccadilly
3h 14m
QQU09:38London Euston
18 May
QQU08:14London Euston
3h 50m
QQM12:04Manchester Piccadilly

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