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Manchester to London Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to London? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 16,61 €, with average prices for this route around 41,33 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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From 50,89 €
Ti, 13. 5.
From 38,52 €
Ke, 14. 5.
From 16,61 €
To, 15. 5.
From 16,61 €
Pe, 16. 5.
From 24,92 €
La, 17. 5.
From 24,92 €
Su, 18. 5.
From 35,59 €

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
02:42 Manchester Piccadilly	07:00 London Kings Cross	4h 18m, Changes required		Find Tickets
05:05 Manchester Piccadilly	07:27 London Euston	2h 22m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	07:53 London Euston	2h 42m, Changes required		Find Tickets
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly	08:10 London Euston	2h 15m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly	09:06 London Euston	3h 3m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:07 Manchester Piccadilly	09:26 Paris	3h 19m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to London Train Route Details

First train

02:42

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

London

Journey time

1h 59m

Distance

262 km

Price

16,61 €*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Manchester and London, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to London can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to London for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Manchester to London, 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 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 to London ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to London Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Manchester to London from 16,61 €*

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Manchester to London Train prices and times

Manchester to London Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Network Railcard for South East England

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

Manchester to London Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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