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It takes an average of 7h 47m to travel from Manchester to London St Pancras International by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (260 km). There are normally 73 trains per day travelling from Manchester to London St Pancras International and tickets for this journey start from £23 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:04 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | London St Pancras International | |
| Journey time | From 3h 24m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (260 km) | |
| Frequency | 73 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester to London St Pancras International in 3 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to London St Pancras International? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 47 minutes to travel the 161 miles (260 km) from Manchester to London St Pancras International by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 73 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to London St Pancras International. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to London St Pancras International in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London St Pancras International by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester to London St Pancras International?
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to London St Pancras International? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to London St Pancras International?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.