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London Euston to Manchester train tickets

Compare live resale tickets and the cheapest London to Manchester train times today - direct Avanti West Coast services from Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, checked by our team, up to 80% off face value.

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Distance161 miles
OperatorAvanti West Coast

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Departure date · Sun 27 Sept

13:12→15:19
£40.00£78.5049% off
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Departure date · Sat 3 Oct

12:53→15:05
£45.00£78.5043% off
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Departure date · Fri 2 Oct

11:33→13:44
£50.00£78.5036% off
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Cheapest ticket today: £40.00 · avg 39% below face value.

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Things to do near Manchester Piccadilly

Northern Quarter

Manchester's creative neighbourhood - independent bars, street art and record shops. 10 min walk from Piccadilly.

Science and Industry Museum

Free museum tracing Manchester's role in the Industrial Revolution, built around a Victorian railway station. 20 min walk.

Manchester Art Gallery

Free permanent collection across Pre-Raphaelite and contemporary work. 15 min walk through the city centre.

Old Trafford

Manchester United's ground and museum. 25 min by Metrolink from Piccadilly - change at St Peter's Square.

Ancoats

Former industrial district turned food and drink destination - some of the best independent restaurants in the North. 15 min walk.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the train from London Euston to Manchester take?
The fastest direct trains cover the 161-mile route in around 2 hours 6 minutes. Most London to Manchester train times run closer to 2 hours 15-45 minutes depending on how many stops the service makes along the West Coast Main Line.
How much does the London to Manchester train cost?
New Advance fares for this route typically start from around £20-30 when booked early and rise sharply closer to travel or for Anytime/Off-Peak tickets, which can cost £100 or more each way. Resale tickets on SaveMyFare are checked, genuine tickets listed by travellers whose plans changed, usually well below the original Advance price.
Is there a high-speed or bullet train from London to Manchester?
Not currently. Avanti West Coast's fastest trains reach up to 125mph and cover the route in around 2 hours 6 minutes, but that's the West Coast Main Line, not a dedicated high-speed line - the HS2 extension planned to reach Manchester was cancelled in October 2023. For now, Avanti's existing service remains the fastest option.
Is there a sleeper train from London to Manchester?
No. The Caledonian Sleeper from London Euston runs only to Scotland (Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Highlands) and doesn't stop in Manchester. Manchester is served exclusively by daytime Avanti West Coast trains, all under 2 hours 45 minutes.
Which train operator runs London Euston to Manchester?
Avanti West Coast operates all direct trains between London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly, with around 60 services a day in each direction on weekdays. Avanti was known as Virgin Trains West Coast until December 2019.
Is there a direct train from London to Manchester, and when's the last one?
Yes - Avanti West Coast runs direct, no-change trains between London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly roughly every 20-30 minutes from early morning until around midnight. The exact first and last departure varies by day of the week, so check the live times above for today's actual services.
How can I get cheaper London to Manchester train tickets?
Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks before travel and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option, so it pays to book early. You can also browse resale tickets on SaveMyFare from travellers whose plans have changed.
Do London Euston to Manchester trains have First Class and Wi-Fi?
Yes - Avanti West Coast's Pendolino and Class 807 trains on this route have First Class carriages, free Wi-Fi, at-seat power sockets and an onboard shop in Standard and First Class.
Is it safe to buy a resold London to Manchester ticket?
Yes. Every ticket on SaveMyFare is verified against the original booking before it goes live, and payment is held securely until you confirm the ticket has worked.

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