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London to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Manchester, starting from US$ 24.39 and averaging US$ 47.20. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 6m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Sep 12
From US$ 58.11
Sat, Sep 13
From US$ 40.64
Sun, Sep 14
From US$ 47.34
Mon, Sep 15
From US$ 40.64
Tue, Sep 16
From US$ 40.64
Wed, Sep 17
From US$ 24.39
Thu, Sep 18
From US$ 42.29

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
15:23 4h 52m, No direct London Euston	20:15 Manchester Piccadilly	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
15:33 2h 11m, Direct London Euston	17:44 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
15:53 2h 12m, Direct London Euston	18:05 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
15:56 4h 44m, No direct London Euston	20:40 Manchester Piccadilly	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
16:13 2h 6m, Direct London Euston	18:19 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
16:33 2h 11m, Direct London Euston	18:44 Paris		Find Tickets

London to Manchester train route details

First train

00:39

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 6m

Distance

262 km

Price

US$ 24.39*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Manchester

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London and Manchester on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London to Manchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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