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London Paddington to Manchester Central Zone train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Paddington to Manchester Central Zone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as PHP 2,923.50, with average prices for this route around PHP 6,391.64. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
19:13 London Paddington	23:21 Manchester Central Zone	4h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:30 London Paddington	00:01+1 Manchester Central Zone	4h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:05 London Paddington	00:43+1 Manchester Central Zone	4h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:20 London Paddington	23:37 Manchester Central Zone	3h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:06 London Paddington	00:18+1 Manchester Central Zone	3h 12m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:30 London Paddington	01:09+1 Paris	3h 39m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Paddington to Manchester Central Zone train route details

First train

19:13

Last train

21:44

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Manchester Central Zone

Journey time

3h 12m

Distance

162 miles

Price

PHP 2,923.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Manchester Central Zone

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Paddington and Manchester Central Zone on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Paddington to Manchester Central Zone can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Paddington to Manchester Central Zone, 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 Paddington to Manchester Central Zone ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels 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 Paddington to Manchester Central Zone train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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