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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Grays takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to Grays. 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 27m
Duration
205 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain train Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 20m
£72–110

Manchester to Grays train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Manchester and Grays. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Grays at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 23m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 13m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c4h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 16m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Grays? 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 Manchester to Grays.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 204.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Grays, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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