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London to Manchester by train
The journey from London to Manchester by train is 163.38 mi and takes 2 hrs 47 mins. There are 32 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:27 and the last at 21:24. It is possible to travel from London to Manchester by train for as little as £14.08 or as much as £206.76. The best price for this journey is £14.08.
| Lowest Price | £14.08 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 47 mins |
| Connection per Day | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 32 |
| Lowest Price | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry £14.08 |
| Highest Price | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry £206.76 |
| First Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 05:27 |
| Last Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 21:24 |
| Distance | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 163.38 mi |
| Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry London |
| Arrival | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry Manchester |
| Carriers | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry |
London to Manchester Train Times
Compare prices and tickets from London to Manchester
Best time to book London to Manchester travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £18.82 to £50.41 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 63% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Manchester
The cheapest London - Manchester train tickets can be found for as low as £28.86 if you’re lucky, or £37.84 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £41.87.
Find the best day to travel to Manchester by train
When travelling to Manchester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail from London to Manchester
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Manchester by train.
| Facilities | Avanti West Coast | Chiltern Railways | Northern Rail | East Midlands Railway | West Midlands Railway | Transport for Wales |
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London to Manchester CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
18.41kg
Bus
19.72kg
Flight
52.59kg
Car
42.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Manchester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Manchester are 18.41kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Manchester? By taking the train between London and Manchester you will save 34.18kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.31kg compared to a bus and 23.66kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Manchester?
A train ticket from London to Manchester is £78.13. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £14.08.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Manchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Manchester is £14.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Manchester by train?
London to Manchester is 163.38 mi.
How long does the train between London and Manchester take?
London to Manchester is on average 2 hrs 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 6 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Manchester?
The train journey from London to Manchester is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from London to Manchester?
London to Manchester has 32 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Manchester leave?
The earliest train from London to Manchester departs at 05:27. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Manchester depart?
The latest train from London to Manchester departs at 21:24. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Manchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £14.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Manchester?
There are on average 21 direct connection(s) from London to go to Manchester.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Manchester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Manchester is 2 hrs 6 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Manchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Manchester by train?
The train journey from London to Manchester creates 18.41kg of CO2 emissions.