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Find the best prices from London Kings Cross to Manchester

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Rs 13,648.51

Sun18Jan

Rs 10,881.42

Mon19Jan

Rs 13,648.51

Tue20Jan

Rs 10,133.55

Wed21Jan

Rs 5,870.73

Thu22Jan

Rs 13,648.51

Fri23Jan

Rs 10,133.55

Sat24Jan

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

London Kings Cross to Manchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Kings Cross to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as Rs 5,870.73, with average prices for this route around Rs 14,194.45.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:06 2h 38m, Direct London Kings Cross	22:44 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:14 3h 14m, 1 change London Kings Cross	23:28 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:28 3h 29m, 1 change London Kings Cross	23:57 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
21:00 3h 14m, Direct London Kings Cross	00:14 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
21:24 3h 24m, Direct London Kings Cross	00:48 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
21:51 6h 54m, 1 change London Kings Cross	04:45 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

London Kings Cross to Manchester train route details

First train

07:41

Last train

23:15

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival city

Manchester

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

260 km

Price

Rs 5,870.73*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Kings Cross and Manchester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Kings Cross to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Kings Cross to Manchester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Kings Cross to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Kings Cross to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Manchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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