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London to Manchester Victoria train prices and times

Looking to travel from London to Manchester Victoria? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £14.50, with average prices for this route around £79.80.

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

  • Wed, Sep 3
    From £32.00
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From £14.50
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From £20.50
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From £15.18
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From £79.80
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £79.80
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From £79.80
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14:03
London Kings Cross
17:48
Manchester Victoria
3h 45m, No directLNERTransPennine Express
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14:56
London Kings Cross
18:16
Manchester Victoria
3h 20m, No directGrand CentralTransPennine Express
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15:03
London Kings Cross
18:49
Manchester Victoria
3h 46m, No directLNERTransPennine Express
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15:33
London Kings Cross
19:21
Manchester Victoria
3h 48m, No directLNERTransPennine Express
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16:03
London Kings Cross
19:48
Manchester Victoria
3h 45m, No directLNERTransPennine Express
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16:27
London Kings Cross
19:58
Paris
3h 31m, No directGrand CentralTransPennine Express
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London to Manchester Victoria train route details

First train
First train
05:55
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Victoria
Journey time
Journey time
3h 8m
Distance
Distance
165 miles
Price
Price
£14.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Manchester Victoria

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London and Manchester Victoria, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

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 to Manchester Victoria can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London to Manchester Victoria, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

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 to Manchester Victoria train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.