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It takes an average of 4h 1m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington and tickets for this journey start from £33.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:25 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 3h 44m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £33.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington by train
Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 1 minute to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 18 trains per day running along the 161 miles (259 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to London Paddington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to London Paddington. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £33.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to London Paddington?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.