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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 30
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 30
€49
Fastest journey on Sep 30
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 30
2 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 30
28
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Manchester will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Wed, Sep 30, we found 28 trains from Newcastle to Manchester, including 13 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 30 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Wed, Sep 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
C249847:43 PM2h42Newcastle station (NCL)10:25 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€231One-way0 transfers- C249889:02 PM2h35Newcastle station (NCL)11:37 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€271One-way0 transfers
- C249807:02 PM2h45Newcastle station (NCL)9:47 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€271One-way0 transfers
- C249796:01 PM2h47Newcastle station (NCL)8:48 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€271One-way0 transfers
- C249755:02 PM2h46Newcastle station (NCL)7:48 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€271One-way0 transfers
- C249889:02 PM2h35Newcastle station (NCL)11:37 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€271One-way0 transfers
W29873+G160769:40 AM2h37Newcastle station (NCL)12:17 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€801One-way1 transfer- W29884+G1581611:40 AM2h37Newcastle station (NCL)2:17 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€591One-way1 transfer
- W29862+G160677:40 AM2h38Newcastle station (NCL)10:18 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€391One-way1 transfer
- G01170+G158086:40 PM2h40Newcastle station (NCL)9:20 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€361One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Newcastle to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01148+G15812 | On time 10:39 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h43 | 1:22 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G15907 | On time 11:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h46 | 1:48 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29884+G15816 | On time 11:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h37 | 2:17 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G15922 | On time 12:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h45 | 2:47 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153+G15833 | On time 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h37 | 3:17 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G15900 | On time 1:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h45 | 3:47 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01154+G15807 | On time 1:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h40 | 4:20 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24965 | 2:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 4:50 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01161+G15813 | On time 2:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h42 | 5:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24969 | 3:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 5:51 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29909+G15837 | On time 3:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h38 | 6:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24972 | On time 4:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 6:51 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166+G15817 | On time 4:38 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h43 | 7:21 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24975 | On time 5:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h46 | 7:48 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24979 | On time 6:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h47 | 8:48 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01170+G15808 | On time 6:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h40 | 9:20 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24980 | On time 7:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h45 | 9:47 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24984 | On time 7:43 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h42 | 10:25 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 C02062+W84738 | On time 8:04 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h05 | 11:09 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C24988 | On time 9:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h35 | 11:37 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24990 · C24653 | On time 9:59 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h15 | 1:14 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01960+G15880 | On time 10:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h51 | 3:32 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 30 | |||||
| G16008 | 4:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h25 | 7:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01954+G15889 | 4:35 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h21 | 7:56 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G01176+C24982 | 5:18 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h58 | 8:16 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01905+C24982 | 5:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 8:16 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G16018 | 6:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h48 | 8:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01140+G15825 | 6:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h42 | 9:22 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24945 | 6:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h00 | 9:50 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08170+C24945 | 7:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 9:50 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01949+G15894 | 7:04 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h59 | 10:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+G16067 | 7:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h38 | 10:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G16013 | 8:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h45 | 10:47 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29868+G16071 | 8:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h41 | 11:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24952 | 9:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h44 | 11:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873+G16076 | 9:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h37 | 12:17 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C24954 | 10:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h46 | 12:48 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Manchester
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Trains from Newcastle to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast from Newcastle to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Newcastle and Manchester from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Newcastle to Manchester
It's easy to travel by train between Newcastle and Manchester, with scheduled services running at least once an hour throughout the day. The journey from Newcastle to Manchester takes from two hours and twenty minutes to around three hours maximum, depending on the service you choose and whether you opt for a direct service or make a change. Passengers can choose whether to arrive at Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria.
Which train companies travel from Newcastle to Manchester?
The Newcastle to Manchester train route is operated solely by First Transpennine Express. All trains travel from Newcastle station with a choice of either Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria station as arrival destinations. Both stations are in Manchester city centre and perfectly located for onward travel by foot or other public transport options.
How long is the train from Newcastle to Manchester?
The journey from Newcastle to Manchester averages at 2 hour 15 minutes. The quickest services are direct, though connecting trains via York can have passengers in Manchester in as little as 2 hours 26 minutes.
How many trains are there from Newcastle to Manchester?
There are over sixty trains a day running between Newcastle to Manchester. This includes the weekends where service regularity continues. Travellers can expect at least one direct train per hour throughout the day into the evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Newcastle to Manchester?
Departure train station: All outward journeys depart from Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, which is on Neville Street. Inside, you will find plenty of facilities, such as shops, food, parking, trolleys, toilets and seating. Tyne & Wear Metro runs from the train station connecting travellers to the city, and there are bus stations directly outside for convenient onward travel.
Arrival train stations: Passengers can choose whether to arrive at Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria, depending on their needs. Both are located in the city centre. The Manchester Metro runs directly from Manchester Piccadilly and it's just a five-minute walk to the main bus stops at Piccadilly Gardens. From Manchester Victoria, there is also a Metro station and bus stations directly outside. At both train stations, you'll also find accessible toilets, seating, food and drink and ticketing services.
FAQs: Trains from Newcastle to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newcastle to Manchester
Most Newcastle to Manchester trains use the Newcastle to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Newcastle Airport from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle Airport is 2 km from Newcastle city centre. Public transport options include:
Newcastle Airport train station facilities and services
Newcastle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available at the airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newcastle Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle Airport: The airport is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Which Manchester station do trains from Newcastle arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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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