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Manchester to London Waterloo East Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to London Waterloo East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$71.44, with average prices for this route around AU$86.79. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
07:00 Manchester Piccadilly	09:46 London Waterloo East	2 hours 46 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:00 Manchester Piccadilly	09:50 London Waterloo East	2 hours 50 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
07:12 Manchester Piccadilly	11:29 London Waterloo East	4 hours 17 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:15 Manchester Piccadilly	10:18 London Waterloo East	3 hours 3 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:15 Manchester Piccadilly	10:19 London Waterloo East	3 hours 4 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
07:35 Manchester Piccadilly	10:32 Paris	2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to London Waterloo East Train Route Details

First train

01:14

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

London Waterloo East

Journey time

2 hours 46 minutes

Distance

263 km

Price

AU$71.44*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, CrossCountry

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

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Manchester and London Waterloo East on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to London Waterloo East can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Manchester to London Waterloo East, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to London Waterloo East ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester to London Waterloo East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to London Waterloo East train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to London Waterloo East with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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