The average train between Manchester and Waterloo Station takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to Waterloo Station. 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 Waterloo Station. 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 Waterloo Station at 5:58 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 31m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Waterloo Station? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Waterloo Station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at London Euston station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Manchester to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
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The distance between Manchester and Waterloo Station is 262.7 km. The road distance is 299 km.
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.