How much is the train ticket from London to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Manchester start from R 848. The average price for this train route is around R 2 060. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Manchester?

The average train journey time from London to Manchester is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest train can get 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 20 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 R 828

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:53	Euston Station	2h 12m	10:05	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	17:44	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:06	Euston Station	2h 49m	10:55	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:12	Euston Station	2h 7m	17:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	08:06	Euston Station	2h 49m	10:55	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:12	Euston Station	2h 49m	11:01	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:12	Euston Station	2h 49m	11:01	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:53	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:05	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	10:44	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	CheapestFastest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:53	Euston Station	2h 12m	10:05	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from London to Manchester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	10:44	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:13	Euston Station	2h 6m	09:19	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:33	Euston Station	2h 11m	09:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

122bus per day

5h 25mAverage duration

247 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 208 - R 2 591	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 848 - R 7 455	Average duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 317 - R 871	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

London

A
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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B
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, 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 Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at R 848

Avanti West Coast London Manchester recent customer reviews

It was awesome.

Theodore E.

14 September 2025

Excellent, the staff were amazing

Sarah O.

30 January 2022

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 848. The average price for this train route is around R 2 060. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Manchester?
The average train journey time from London to Manchester is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest train can get 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 20 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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

09/12

R 2 599

10/12

R 2 606

Today

R 4 748

12/12

R 1 133

13/12

R 1 133

14/12

R 1 988

15/12

R 3 429

16/12

R 4 368

The cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 133

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 R 1 133 to R 7 211 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 R 1 133, which is on 2025-12-12.