It takes an average of 11h 2m to travel from Helmsdale to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 325 miles (523 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Helmsdale to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from £136 when you book in advance.
First train | 07:00 | |
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Last train | 16:44 | |
Departure station | Helmsdale | |
Arrival station | Manchester | |
Journey time | From 9h 40m | |
Distance | 325 miles (523 km) | |
Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £136 | |
Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from Helmsdale to Manchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 2 minutes to travel the 325 miles (523 km) from Helmsdale to Manchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Manchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Helmsdale to Manchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £136.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Helmsdale and Manchester is 11 hours and 2 minutes, with around 4 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Helmsdale to Manchester is 9 hours and 40 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Helmsdale to Manchester can start from as little as £136 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Helmsdale to Manchester. Travelling from Helmsdale to Manchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Helmsdale to Manchester leaves at 07:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Helmsdale to Manchester leaves at 16:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Helmsdale to Manchester cover a distance of around 325 miles (523 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester to Helmsdale.
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