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Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Stations

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47

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Manchester Stations is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations .

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Waterloo to Manchester Stations

Journeys from London Waterloo to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:20
    3 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    08:25
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:39
    3 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    08:45
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:52
    3 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:22
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    09:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:42
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    09:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    10:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    10:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    10:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:06
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    11:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    11:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:47
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    11:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:06
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    12:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    12:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:47
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    12:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:06
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    13:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:27
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    13:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:47
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    13:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:06
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    14:05
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    14:19
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:47
    2 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    14:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Piccadilly
    London Waterloo to Manchester Piccadilly

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
AddressLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations

The travel time between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Manchester Stations .

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