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London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$176.57, with average prices for this route around AU$176.57. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
07:25 London Waterloo	11:48 Manchester Victoria	4h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:55 London Waterloo	12:16 Manchester Victoria	4h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:25 London Waterloo	12:47 Manchester Victoria	4h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:55 London Waterloo	13:19 Manchester Victoria	4h 24m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:25 London Waterloo	13:46 Manchester Victoria	4h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:55 London Waterloo	14:16 Paris	4h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria Train Route Details

First train

05:50

Last train

22:17

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Manchester Victoria

Journey time

3h 51m

Distance

264 km

Price

AU$176.57*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Manchester Victoria, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo to Manchester Victoria train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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