The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Redcar
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Redcar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Redcar will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Redcar without transferring at least once.
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L36846Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Redcar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Redcar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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€32 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Redcar train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Redcar trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L36552+ C75377+ Y26341 | On time 8:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 11:39 AM Redcar Central (RCC) | 2 transfers | |
Y25413+ L36834 | On time 8:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h28 | 11:49 AM Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 transfer | |
L36558+ C41053+ Y26345 | On time 9:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 12:39 PM Redcar Central (RCC) | 2 transfers | |
Y25414+ L36840 | On time 9:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h26 | 12:47 PM Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 transfer | |
L36561+ C75387+ Y26349 | On time 10:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h25 | 1:38 PM Redcar Central (RCC) | 2 transfers | |
Y25761+ L36846 | On time 10:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h27 | 1:48 PM Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Manchester to Redcar trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Manchester to Redcar. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Redcar.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Redcar.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester to Redcar.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Redcar.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Redcar
Trains from Manchester to Redcar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 00:38 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Redcar trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Redcar from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Redcar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Redcar 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 Redcar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Redcar
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- 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.
- 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,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access onto both platforms is possible via level crossing. However, level access transfer between each platform is approximately 1/2 mile and can take 30 minutes as the only other way between both platforms is via steps and a bridge. The car park is adjacent to platform 1.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Bus stop at front of station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Westdyke road - near the official bus stop
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Platform 1 is via pub car park, access to Platform 2 is under bridge and up ramps which are quite steep.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop underneath the railway bridge, station side for Saltburn, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
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