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It takes an average of 5h 13m to travel from Manchester to Bishop Auckland by train, over a distance of around 84 miles (136 km). There are normally 107 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Bishop Auckland and tickets for this journey start from £29 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:59 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Bishop Auckland | |
| Journey time | From 2h 19m | |
| Distance | 84 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 107 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester to Bishop Auckland in 2 hours 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Bishop Auckland? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 13 minutes to travel the 84 miles (136 km) from Manchester to Bishop Auckland by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 107 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Bishop Auckland. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Bishop Auckland in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £29.00. 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 Bishop Auckland by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bishop Auckland?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.