The average train between Old Trafford (Station) and London takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Old Trafford (Station) 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 Old Trafford (Station) and London. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford (Station) is at 9:53 PM which arrives into London at 1:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford (Station) to London. However, there are services departing from Old Trafford (Station) station and arriving at London station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Old Trafford (Station) to London train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Old Trafford (Station) to London train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at London Euston station.
The distance between Old Trafford (Station) and London is 261.3 km. The road distance is 298 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.
