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It takes an average of 4h 25m to travel from Manchester to London Liverpool Street by train, over a distance of around 163 miles (263 km). There are normally 133 trains per day travelling from Manchester to London Liverpool Street and tickets for this journey start from £48.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:48 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 163 miles (263 km) | |
| Frequency | 133 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £48.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester to London Liverpool Street in 2 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to London Liverpool Street? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 25 minutes to travel the 163 miles (263 km) from Manchester to London Liverpool Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 133 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to London Liverpool Street. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to London Liverpool Street in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.50. 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 London Liverpool Street by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester to London Liverpool Street?
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to London Liverpool Street? 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 to London Liverpool Street?
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.