Train information from Manchester to London
Find information about train ticket prices, journey time, and companies that offer transportation from Manchester to London
| RETURN FROM | £59 | The best return train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £59 |
| ONE-WAY FROM | £27 | The best one-way train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £27 |
| AVG TRAVEL TIME | 2h 14m | Average time it takes to travel by train from Manchester to London |
| TRAIN COMPANIES | Avanti West Coast, Arriva, Train, AccesRail | There are 4 train companies servicing this route: Avanti West Coast, Arriva, Train, AccesRail |
Book return-trip train tickets from Manchester to London
Ride from Manchester to London by train with our quickest and cheapest return tickets available. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above. All prices were found in the last 72 hours.
Book one-way train tickets from Manchester to London
If you’d prefer to ride from Manchester to London by train one-way, below are our fastest and cheapest options found in the last 72 hours. Select your deal below or use the search form above to find available train tickets by date.
FAQs for booking trains from Manchester to London
How much does a train ticket from Manchester to London cost?
A ticket from Manchester to London for this week starts from £39 one-way. How much you’ll pay for a train on average this month is £39 one-way. Keep in mind that the ticket price is generally dependent on when you book, the desired route, and class.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to London?
It takes 2h 04m to get from Manchester to London by train. Your arrival can differ by about 0h 10m. 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.
When should I purchase the train tickets from Manchester to London?
Currently, train tickets prices from Manchester to London are generally similar no matter when you choose to book them. Prices are £39 one-way on average.
Which train companies operate between Manchester to London?
Ride to your destination comfortably on Avanti West Coast, Arriva, and Train. Consider Avanti West Coast as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Manchester to London starting at £59.
Is a train the fastest way to get from Manchester to London?
We’ve found that taking a flight from Manchester to London with British Airways 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 £10 can save you up to 82% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a flight from Manchester to London or a train from Manchester to London.
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 04m.