Manchester to London by train
Travelling from Manchester to London by train takes about 2h 04m, run by Avanti West Coast. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €30
- Total journey
- 2h 04m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Avanti West Coast
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Manchester to LondonAvanti West Coast2h 04m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Manchester to London
Avanti West Coast runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:14 and the last at 19:24.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 40 | 05:14 | 19:24 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €236Checked Sep 6 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €11Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 3h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€236Checked Sep 61h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€11Omio catalogue, Sep 83h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Manchester to London by train: common questions
How long does Manchester to London take by train?
About 2h 04m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to London?
Omio publishes €30 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Manchester to London?
Avanti West Coast. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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