Manchester to London Train
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Manchester to London by train
The journey from Manchester to London by train is 163.38 mi and takes 2 hrs 51 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:05 and the last at 19:55. It is possible to travel from Manchester to London by train for as little as £24.17 or as much as £179.62. The best price for this journey is £24.17.
| Lowest Price | £24.17 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 51 mins |
| Connection per Day | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 29 |
| Lowest Price | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry £24.17 |
| Highest Price | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry £179.62 |
| First Departure | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 05:05 |
| Last Departure | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 19:55 |
| Distance | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry 163.38 mi |
| Departure | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry Manchester |
| Arrival | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry London |
| Carriers | Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry |
Manchester to London Train Times
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Best time to book Manchester to London 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 £27.84 to £44.32 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 37% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to London
The cheapest Manchester - London train tickets can be found for as low as £32.50 if you’re lucky, or £37.45 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £44.97.
Find the best day to travel to London by train
When travelling to London 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, Northern Rail and East Midlands Railway from Manchester to London
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| Facilities | Avanti West Coast | Northern Rail | East Midlands Railway | West Midlands Railway | Transport for Wales |
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Manchester to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
18.41kg
Bus
19.72kg
Flight
52.59kg
Car
42.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and London are 18.41kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and London? By taking the train between Manchester and London 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 Manchester to London?
A train ticket from Manchester to London is £56.23. 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 £24.17.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to London is £24.17. 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 London by train?
Manchester to London is 163.38 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and London take?
Manchester to London is on average 2 hrs 51 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 59 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to London?
The train journey from Manchester to London is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to London?
Manchester to London has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to London leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to London departs at 05:05. 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 London depart?
The latest train from Manchester to London departs at 19:55. 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 London 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 £24.17 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 Manchester to London?
There are on average 21 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and London is 1 hr 59 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to London by train?
The train journey from Manchester to London creates 18.41kg of CO2 emissions.