Manchester to Redcar train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Redcar

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€45

Average price

€45

Fastest journey

2 h 33 m

Average duration

2 h 33 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Redcar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Redcar will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Redcar on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Transpennine Express
    11:15 AM2h33
    Manchester
    1:48 PMRedcar
    451One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester to Redcar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Redcar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 148 km

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Bus

€40

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 14m

Average total duration

2h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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National Express

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Live departures

Manchester to Redcar train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Redcar trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15831 · G15897
On time
8:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h48
10:48 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24892+Northern RailC32289
On time
8:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h39
10:39 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15831 · G15896
On time
8:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h50
11:50 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15831+Grand Central TrainsC00217+Northern RailC32291
On time
8:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h39
11:39 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15897
On time
8:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h33
10:48 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85249 · C24895+Northern RailC32291
On time
8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3h09
11:39 AM Redcar Central (RCC)
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Redcar

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Trains from Manchester to Redcar run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
148 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
12:38 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Redcar trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Redcar from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
€26
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
€55
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Redcar

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Redcar by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Redcar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Redcar can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Redcar is €40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to Redcar is 2h 32m to travel the 148 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester to Redcar leaves at 12:38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester to Redcar leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Manchester to Redcar with TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Redcar, you can count on Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Redcar. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester and Redcar and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Redcar from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Redcar is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Redcar including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to Redcar

Most Manchester to Redcar trains use the Manchester Airport to Redcar Central station pair, with some services arriving at Redcar East. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Redcar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Redcar

Which Manchester station do trains to Redcar leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Redcar leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · €5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · €1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · €2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · €2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · €4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · €4 · every ~8 min

Manchester Airport train station facilities and services

Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre

TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · €1 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · €2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · €2 · every ~23 min

Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services

Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · €2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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