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Trains from Manchester Stations to London Waterloo

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54

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

2hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

00:53 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to London Waterloo

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and London Waterloo , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to London Waterloo is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to London Waterloo Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:53
    6 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:24
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo

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 Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 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 Manchester Stations and London Waterloo

The travel time between Manchester Stations and London Waterloo by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and London Waterloo vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and London Waterloo 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 Waterloo. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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