The average train between Manchester and Croydon takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to Croydon. 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 and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Croydon at 2:05 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Manchester to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
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The distance between Manchester and Croydon is 274.6 km. The road distance is 316 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.
