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Newark to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 3h 23m to travel from Newark to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 66 miles (106 km). There are normally 111 trains per day traveling from Newark to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from $21.73 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:48 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:25 am | |
| Departure station | Newark | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 4m | |
| Distance | 66 miles (106 km) | |
| Frequency | 111 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $21.73 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Traveling from Newark to Manchester by train
Looking to travel from Newark to Manchester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 23 minutes to travel from Newark to Manchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 111 trains per day running along the 106 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Newark to Manchester start from $21.73 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Newark to Manchester
Book in advance
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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 Newark 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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