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Trains from Manchester Stations to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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39

train journeys
per day

163

miles (262 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to London Charing Cross is approximately 163 miles (262 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:01
    7 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:42
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:22
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:00
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Manchester Victoria
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Victoria to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Manchester Victoria
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Victoria to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Charing Cross
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Charing Cross

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross

The travel time between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and London Charing Cross.

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