Trains from London Kings Cross to Manchester from $29.19*

Trains from London Kings Cross to Manchester from $29.19*

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London Kings Cross to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester, starting from $29.19 and averaging $167.55. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 26m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Nov 22
  • Sat, Nov 23
    From $43.85
  • Sun, Nov 24
    From $43.85
  • Mon, Nov 25
    From $42.85
  • Tue, Nov 26
    From $43.85
  • Wed, Nov 27
    From $29.19
  • Thu, Nov 28
    From $43.85
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19:37
London Kings Cross
22:30
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 53m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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19:48
London Kings Cross
22:45
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 57m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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19:51
London Kings Cross
23:04
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 13m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayTransPennine Express
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20:03
London Kings Cross
23:49
Manchester Victoria
3h 46m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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20:28
London Kings Cross
23:07
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 39m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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20:51
London Kings Cross
00:37+1
Paris
3h 46m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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London Kings Cross to Manchester Train Route Details

The London Kings Cross to Manchester train ticket is from $29.19. The average travel time is 2h 26m, covering a distance of approximately 259 mile. There are usually 78 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,London Underground,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 26m
Distance
Distance
259 mile
Price
Price
$29.19*
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London Kings Cross to Manchester Train Travel Guide

London Kings Cross to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

With a journey time as short as 2h 26m, you can reach Manchester from London Kings Cross, with an average of 78 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester

Finding cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Kings Cross and Manchester on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? If so, it's highly recommended to consider getting Season Tickets. This ticket provides you with the convenience of unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains without worrying about individual ticket bookings. By opting for a Season Ticket, you can save yourself from the hassle of repeatedly purchasing tickets and avoid incurring unnecessary additional costs. It's a cost-effective and time-saving solution for your frequent journeys between London Kings Cross and Manchester.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from London Kings Cross to Manchester. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.