What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / York Road and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Manchester is 186 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Manchester bus from?

Waterloo Station to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Manchester train from?

Waterloo Station to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 36m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £250 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Manchester bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Manchester train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Manchester is 186 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Waterloo Station to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3587+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Manchester - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 38m
£67–183
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Manchesterrideshare 186.2 mi
4h 17m
£16–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
5h 36m
£28–58
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 57m
£60–248
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 44m
£19–32
Drive 185 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Manchestercar 185 mi
4h
£46–66
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
4h 59m
£177–577
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 27m
£103–236
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 17m
£222–736

Waterloo Station to Manchester by subway and train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–180 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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