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Harrogate to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 2h 51m to travel from Harrogate to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 46 miles (73 km). There are normally 181 trains per day traveling from Harrogate to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from $14.48 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:07 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:19 pm | |
| Departure station | Harrogate | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 33m | |
| Distance | 46 miles (73 km) | |
| Frequency | 181 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $14.48 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Harrogate to Manchester in 1 hour 33 minutes
If you want to travel from Harrogate to Manchester by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Harrogate to Manchester by train to take around 2 hours 51 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 181 trains per day running on this route, which spans 73 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Manchester.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Harrogate to Manchester start from $14.48 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Harrogate to Manchester
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Harrogate to Manchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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