The average train between Central London and Old Trafford takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Central London to Old Trafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Central London and Old Trafford. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Central London is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Old Trafford at 6:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Russell Square station and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Central London to Old Trafford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Central London to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from London Euston station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Central London to Old Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.
Central London to Old Trafford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Central London and Old Trafford is 257 km. The road distance is 297 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m.