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Central London to Old Trafford trains

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Trip Overview

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.

3h 23m
Duration
197 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Central London to Old Trafford train times

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.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 17m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 22m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 21m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 24m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink4h 1m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 46m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 21m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 21m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 21m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastMetrolink3h 15m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Central London to Old Trafford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 196.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Old Trafford, England?

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.

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