| First train | 04:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:38 | |
| Departure station | Kentish Town | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (257 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Kentish Town to Manchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 15 minutes to travel the 160 miles (257 km) from Kentish Town to Manchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Manchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Kentish Town to Manchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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