How much is the train ticket from London to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Manchester start at $62. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Manchester?

The average train trip from London to Manchester takes 2h 11m and covers 260 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the London to Manchester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , East Midlands Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Manchester?

The earliest train from London to Manchester departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:35pm.

What is the best train operator from London to Manchester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Manchester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train London to Manchester from $58

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:13pm	Euston Station	2h 6m	3:19pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	1:13pm	Euston Station	2h 6m	3:19pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	1:33pm	Euston Station	2h 11m	3:44pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	1:33pm	Euston Station	2h 11m	3:44pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	1:53pm	Euston Station	2h 12m	4:05pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	3h 34m	6:36pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	3h 34m	6:36pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	3h 34m	6:36pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	3h 34m	6:36pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	3h 37m	6:39pm	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:53am	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:05am	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	10:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	10:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	10:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:53am	Euston Station	2h 12m	10:05am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Euston Station	2h 6m	5:19pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Euston Station	2h 6m	9:19am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:33am	Euston Station	2h 11m	9:44am	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

262 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $218	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$62 - $623	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $72	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Manchester?

London

A
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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B
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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C
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Train companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $62

Avanti West Coast London Manchester recent customer reviews

It was awesome.

Theodore E.

September 14, 2025

Excellent, the staff were amazing

Sarah O.

January 30, 2022

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Manchester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Manchester start at $62. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Manchester?
The average train trip from London to Manchester takes 2h 11m and covers 260 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the London to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Manchester?
The earliest train from London to Manchester departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:35pm.
What is the best train operator from London to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-08

$164

01-09

$164

Today

$163

01-11

$163

01-12

$338

01-13

$358

01-14

$358

01-15

$358

The cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $163

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $163 to $591 for a train ticket from London to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2026-01-11.