It takes an average of 2h 36m to travel from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 69 trains per day travelling from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £19.40 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:03 | |
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Last train | 22:03 | |
Departure station | London Euston | |
Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
Journey time | From 2h 6m | |
Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
Frequency | 69 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £19.40 | |
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Considering a trip to the northeast and need more information about the journey from London to Manchester by train? You’ve come to the right place!
Generally, the journey from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly by train takes around 2 hours and 33 minutes but can take just 2 hours and 3 minutes on the fastest services. On this popular route, there are around 63 direct trains running, so you can sit back and relax as you don’t need to worry about making any changes.
If you are travelling on this route, you’ll board a modern Avanti West Coast train at London Euston station. On board, you’ll enjoy amenities such as free WiFi, phone charging sockets, a catering service and access to Avanti’s onboard entertainment system. If you prefer to travel luxuriously, upgrade to Standard Premium or First Class. With the latter, you’ll receive complimentary food and drink, bigger seats and a guaranteed table. After just over 2 hours, you’ll arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Hop off the train, exit the station and you’re perfectly positioned to start exploring everything Manchester has to offer. If you’re unsure where to begin, you can check out our guide to the best things to do in Manchester, including a trip to Piccadilly Gardens, Heaton Park and the Manchester Art Gallery.
If you want to save money on your train tickets, try travelling during Off-Peak times, as these tickets are generally cheaper. Also, if you travel by train frequently, why not treat yourself to a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for an entire year.
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The average journey time by train between London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly is 2 hours and 36 minutes, with around 69 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly is 2 hours and 6 minutes.
Train ticket prices from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly can start from as little as £19.40 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly without having to change trains. There are 69 direct trains from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 05:03. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 22:03. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly cover a distance of around 161 miles (259 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston.
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