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Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo train prices and times
Looking to travel from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 18.900, with average prices for this route around BHD 19.940.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:14 Manchester Victoria | 08:02 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
04:20 Manchester Victoria | 09:03 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
05:12 Manchester Victoria | 09:10 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:40 Manchester Victoria | 09:34 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
06:42 Manchester Victoria | 10:12 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
07:34 Manchester Victoria | 10:44 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo train route details
First train
01:20
Last train
22:48
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
264 km
Price
BHD 18.900*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo
Season Tickets for frequent travels
If you frequently travel between Manchester Victoria and London Waterloo, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
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
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 Victoria to London Waterloo, 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%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Victoria to London Waterloo 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:
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
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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.