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25/04/2025
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Manchester to Islington by train

The journey from Manchester to Islington by train is 161.75 mi and takes 3 hrs 19 mins. There are 197 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:01 and the last at 23:28. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Islington by train for as little as £22.82 or as much as £160.19. The best price for this journey is £22.82.

Lowest Price £22.82
Journey Duration 3 hrs 19 mins
Connection per Day 197
Lowest Price £22.82
Highest Price £160.19
First Departure 00:01
Last Departure 23:28
Distance 161.75 mi
Departure Manchester
Arrival Islington
Carriers National Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Islington

The cheapest Manchester - Islington train tickets can be found for as low as £28.22 if you’re lucky, or £41.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £65.47.

Find the best day to travel to Islington by train

When travelling to Islington 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!

Manchester to Islington CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
18.22kg
Bus
19.52kg
Flight
52.06kg
Car
41.65kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Islington by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Islington are 18.22kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Islington? By taking the train between Manchester and Islington you will save 33.84kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.3kg compared to a bus and 23.43kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Islington?
A train ticket from Manchester to Islington is £73.00. 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 £22.82.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Islington?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Islington is £22.82. 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 Manchester and Islington by train?
Manchester to Islington is 161.75 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Islington take?
Manchester to Islington is on average 3 hrs 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 30 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Islington?
Manchester to Islington has 197 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Islington leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Islington departs at 00:01. 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 Manchester to Islington depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Islington departs at 23:28. 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 Manchester to Islington 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 £22.82 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Islington by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Islington is 2 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Islington?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Islington.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Islington by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Islington creates 18.22kg of CO2 emissions.