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London Waterloo to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 369,67 kr, with average prices for this route around 480,57 kr.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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From 462,09 kr
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From 462,09 kr
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From 369,67 kr
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From 462,09 kr
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
15:38 London Waterloo	18:19 Manchester Piccadilly	2 timme 41 minut, Direct	Find Tickets
15:58 London Waterloo	18:44 Manchester Piccadilly	2 timme 46 minut, Direct	Find Tickets
16:18 London Waterloo	19:05 Manchester Piccadilly	2 timme 47 minut, Direct	Find Tickets
16:38 London Waterloo	19:19 Manchester Piccadilly	2 timme 41 minut, Direct	Find Tickets
16:58 London Waterloo	19:44 Manchester Piccadilly	2 timme 46 minut, Direct	Find Tickets
17:18 London Waterloo	20:05 Paris	2 timme 47 minut, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:02

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2 timme 41 minut

Distance

263 km

Price

369,67 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Manchester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Manchester, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo to Manchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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