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Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as HK$366.20, with average prices for this route around HK$444.91. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:05 3h 10m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:15 London Waterloo East	Find Tickets
05:05 3h 13m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:18 London Waterloo East	Find Tickets
05:11 3h 29m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:40 London Waterloo East	Find Tickets
05:55 3h 1m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:56 London Waterloo East	Find Tickets
05:55 3h 6m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	09:01 London Waterloo East	Find Tickets
06:12 4h 17m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	10:29 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

London Waterloo East

Journey time

2h 46m

Distance

263 km

Price

HK$366.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Manchester Piccadilly and London Waterloo East, 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

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

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 Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East 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 to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester Piccadilly to London Waterloo East train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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