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London Waterloo East to Manchester train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo East to Manchester, starting from NZD 87.54 and averaging NZD 97.62. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:21 London Waterloo East | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
19:37 London Waterloo East | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
19:42 London Waterloo East | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
19:57 London Waterloo East | 23:07 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
20:02 London Waterloo East | 23:07 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
20:17 London Waterloo East | 00:13 +1Paris |  | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo East to Manchester train route details
First train
00:53
Last train
23:43
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
263 km
Price
NZD 87.54*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Manchester
Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between London Waterloo East and Manchester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo East to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Waterloo East to Manchester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling 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 travelling from London Waterloo East to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo East to Manchester train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo East to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.