The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Newcastle-under-Lyme on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€11 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:46 PM Manchester | 0h54 | 1:40 PM Newcastle-under-Lyme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:20 AM Manchester | 0h38 | 8:58 AM Newcastle-under-Lyme | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:27 AM Manchester | 0h39 | 9:06 AM Newcastle-under-Lyme | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:26 AM Manchester | 0h39 | 10:05 AM Newcastle-under-Lyme | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country offer trains services from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Trains from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme run on average 14 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme trainsNorthern Rail (3), CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Newcastle-under-Lyme from $4 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
Cross Country
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle-under-Lyme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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