The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London. 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and London. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 9:48 PM which arrives into London at 1:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport (MAN) station and arriving at London station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to London train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London is 252.6 km. The road distance is 310 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 7m.
