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Trip Overview

The average train between Big Ben and Manchester takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Big Ben to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 24m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Big Ben to Manchester train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Big Ben and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Big Ben is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Embankment station and take an average of 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 24m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 34m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 17m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 1m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 55m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 2m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast2h 57m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Big Ben to Manchester? 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.

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  • Distance: 184.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Big Ben, Greater London, England and Manchester, 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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