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MAN — LON
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
Wed 9/7

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
Multiple carriers
With transfers
4h 51m
Multiple carriers
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
With transfers
2h 22m
Avanti West Coast

Manchester to London train information

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

RETURN FROM

£157

ONE-WAY FROM

£46

AVG TRAVEL TIME

2h 57m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Avanti West Coast, AccesRail, West Midlands Railway
The best return train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £157
The best one-way train deal from Manchester to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £46
Average time it takes to travel by train from Manchester to London
There are 3 train companies servicing this route: Avanti West Coast, AccesRail, West Midlands Railway

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.
Avanti West Coast
16 Aug
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
23 Aug
05:55London Euston
2h 49m
1 stop
08:44Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West Coast
15 Aug
05:48Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
08:10London Euston
23 Aug
05:55London Euston
2h 49m
1 stop
08:44Manchester Piccadilly
AccesRail
10 Jul
22:15Manchester
6h 00m
1 stop
04:15London Heathrow
13 Jul
20:00London Heathrow
4h 45m
1 stop
00:45Manchester
AccesRail
10 Jul
00:05Manchester
5h 30m
1 stop
05:35London Heathrow
13 Jul
12:00London Heathrow
5h 45m
1 stop
17:45Manchester
AccesRail
11 Jul
10:30Manchester
5h 15m
1 stop
15:45London Heathrow
13 Jul
08:50London Heathrow
4h 55m
1 stop
13:45Manchester
AccesRail
12 Aug
00:05Manchester
6h 25m
1 stop
06:30London Heathrow
20 Aug
10:30London Heathrow
5h 20m
1 stop
15:50Manchester

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
25 Jul
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Multiple carriers
13 Jul
08:09Manchester Piccadilly
4h 51m
2 stops
13:00London Euston
Avanti West Coast
1 Sept
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Avanti West Coast
5 Aug
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Avanti West Coast
30 Jul
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston
Avanti West Coast
3 Sept
05:05Manchester Piccadilly
2h 22m
07:27London Euston

Choose the best way to get from Manchester to London

Buses

3h 55m
£7 one-way£12 return
Direct · from £12

Distance to city centre

ZEP0.9 mi
FN34.2 mi

Trains

1h 59m
£34 one-way£115 return
1 stop · from £38

Distance to city centre

QQU2.0 mi

Flights

1h 00m
£39 one-way£83 return
Direct · from £83

Distance to city centre

LHR14.4 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 £46 one-way.

How long is the train ride from Manchester to London?

It takes 2h 55m to get from Manchester to London by train. Your arrival can differ by about 0h 02m. This largely depends on whether your train ride includes stops or a direct route from Manchester to London. Look into East Midlands Railway, they have one of the quickest options available.

Which train companies operate between Manchester to London?

Ride to your destination comfortably on Avanti West Coast, AccesRail, and West Midlands Railway. Consider Avanti West Coast as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Manchester to London starting at £157.

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 55m.

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 £12 can save you up to 89% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a flight from Manchester to London or a train from Manchester to London.


AccesRail trains from Manchester to London

Our best AccesRail deals on Manchester to London train tickets
AccesRail
10 Jul
MAN22:15Manchester
6h 00m
1 stop
LHR04:15London Heathrow
13 Jul
LHR20:00London Heathrow
4h 45m
1 stop
MAN00:45Manchester
AccesRail
10 Jul
MAN00:05Manchester
5h 30m
1 stop
LHR05:35London Heathrow
13 Jul
LHR12:00London Heathrow
5h 45m
1 stop
MAN17:45Manchester
AccesRail
12 Aug
MAN00:05Manchester
6h 25m
1 stop
LHR06:30London Heathrow
20 Aug
LHR10:30London Heathrow
5h 20m
1 stop
MAN15:50Manchester

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