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Outbound fromNewcastle to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 2h 59m to travel from Newcastle to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (170 km). There are normally 60 trains per day travelling from Newcastle to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from £21.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:00 | |
| Departure station | Newcastle | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 13m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (170 km) | |
| Frequency | 60 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £21.40 | |
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Travelling from Newcastle to Manchester by train in 2 hours and 15 minutes
Planning a journey from the northeast to the northwest and need more information about the train journey from Newcastle to Manchester? Start your journey with us!
Usually, the journey from Newcastle to Manchester takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes. However, on the fastest services, you can get there in as little as 2 hours and 15 minutes. On this popular route, you can expect around 37 direct trains running, so you can make yourself comfortable because you won’t need to make any changes along the way.
When travelling on this route, you’ll jump on a TransPennine Express train at Newcastle station. Once you’ve made yourself comfortable, you can start to take advantage of the available amenities, such as comfortable seating, plug sockets, free WiFi and access to their onboard entertainment platform. In just over 2 hours, you will travel across the country and arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
Once you’ve hopped off the train, you can make your way to all the places that make Manchester such a brilliantly unique city. From the Northern Quarter to Heaton Park and the Arndale Centre, there’s plenty of things to see and do in Manchester. Not sure where to begin? Check out our comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Manchester.
If you’re hoping to get the best train deals, try taking the train at Off-Peak times as tickets tend to be cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends. Want to save even more money? Get yourself a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Eager to start? Begin your search for cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Manchester in our Journey Planner now! For more information about the journey, scroll down for timetables with first and last train times, tips on booking cheap train tickets and FAQs.
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Cheap train tickets from Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.