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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Manchester Stations

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51

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

00:27 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Manchester Stations is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 29 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:27
    7 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:13
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:04
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:26
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:44
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:05
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:02
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    London Waterloo East
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo East to Manchester Piccadilly

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

First class tickets on trains between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo East & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo East and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.