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Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 76.62, with average prices for this route around AU$ 80.82. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
21:40 Manchester Victoria | 06:18 +1London Waterloo |   West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
21:40 Manchester Victoria | 07:38 +1London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
22:48 Manchester Victoria | 07:45 +1Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo train route details
First train
04:14
Last train
22:48
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
264 km
Price
AU$ 76.62*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo
Season Tickets for frequent travels
Are you frequently traveling between Manchester Victoria and London Waterloo 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
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.