Trains from London to Manchester Piccadilly from £14

Save with our low-cost fare via Crewe

Travel for less with one easy change at Crewe. We've teamed up with Northern and Transport for Wales so you can reach Manchester Piccadilly from just £14 one-way.

It's slower than going direct, but a lot cheaper — and the change gives you time for a coffee, the shops or the waiting room before your connection.

London Euston

Fast LNR/WMR service

Change at Crewe

Up to 1hr 4m transfer time

Manchester Piccadilly

TfW or Northern connection · 3hr 54m total

Get cheap train tickets from London to Manchester Piccadilly

Here are six tips for getting the cheapest fares from London to Manchester Piccadilly at any time of the year.

Book directly on our website or app: We won't charge any pesky booking or credit card fees. Just the ticket.
Book in Advance: Enjoy big savings on longer distance journeys by booking in advance and travelling at a specific time. Limited availability, so book early.
Travel Off-Peak: Travel outside peak times and bag yourself cheaper fares. Think after the morning commuter rush, evenings and weekends.
Get a Railcard: Several Railcards offer discounts on train travel, catering to different passenger groups. Whether you’re travelling with a partner (Two Together Railcard), family (Family & Friends Railcard), or are a senior citizen (Senior Railcards), there are plenty of options available.
Travelling in a group? GroupSave offers ⅓ off fares for groups of 3–9 people - perfect for family outings or days out. Travelling with 10 or more? Get in touch about our dedicated Group Travel tickets!
Consider a Season ticket: Save big on your regular commute with a Season Ticket, offering easy savings compared to buying individual anytime tickets. Choose from Weekly, Monthly, Annual, or even Flexi-Season options to suit your needs.

Ticket types explained

You can choose from a variety of ticket options when travelling. To make things easy, we’ve listed them all below.

Anytime: Fully flexible tickets, for travel at any time of the day, on any valid train
Advance: Single journey tickets for a specific train and time. Book early to get the best price. Available on longer distance journeys.
Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak: Available for travelling at less busy times on weekdays, and all day at the weekend. Cheaper than Anytime.
Season: Unlimited travel between two stations. Ideal for regular commuters.
Flexi Season: 8 days of travel in 28 days – any time between two stations.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Manchester Piccadilly by train?

For a train from London to Manchester Piccadilly, train tickets can be as low as £14. Use our Journey Planner to find the cheapest train tickets to Manchester Piccadilly across all train companies .

How long does it take to travel from London to Manchester Piccadilly by train?

Fastest train to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2 hours 6 minutes with Avanti. Our cheaper fare changes at Crewe and takes around 3 hours 54 minutes, including an up to 1 hour 5 minute wait at Crewe. That's time to grab a coffee, browse the shops or relax in the waiting room before your connecting train to Manchester Piccadilly.

Journey times may be slightly longer on weekends or public holidays. Use our Journey Planner for live information on departures, arrivals, calling points and ticket prices.

Are there any direct trains from London to Manchester Piccadilly?

Yes, you can travel from London to Manchester Piccadilly without having to change trains. Find direct trains to Manchester Piccadilly using our Journey Planner

Can I book assistance for my train journey from London to Manchester Piccadilly?

Yes, we offer Passenger Assist services at the station and on-board between London to Manchester Piccadilly. We recommend booking at least 2 hours before you travel. You can book assistance via the Passenger Assist app , website , text or by phone on 0800 024 8998 .