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Beamish Museum
Open-air museum near Durham with recreated historic streets and working exhibits. Popular for immersive North East social and industrial history.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
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 $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Redcar on Fri, Aug 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.






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 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Redcar:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Redcar costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Redcar take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.81 (€-5.55). The journey takes 2h 36m versus 2h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Redcar trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 AM Manchester | 2h33 | 10:48 AM Redcar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Manchester | 2h32 | 11:47 AM Redcar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Manchester | 2h34 | 6:49 PM Redcar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Redcar run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) 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 32m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Redcar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Redcar trip today.
Open-air museum near Durham with recreated historic streets and working exhibits. Popular for immersive North East social and industrial history.
Main local museum in the Kirkleatham estate, covering area history, industry, and social life. A strong introduction to Redcar and East Cleveland.
Community heritage collection preserving stories and artifacts from the famous steelworks. Essential for understanding the industrial history of the area.
Wide sandy beach and esplanade at the heart of the resort. Ideal for walking, sea air, classic coastal views, and easy access to town attractions.
Long seaside promenade popular for walking and cycling. It links key attractions and offers open views across the North Sea.
Historic estate area with museum, landscaped grounds, and heritage buildings. A peaceful place to explore local history beyond the beachfront.
The Teesside take on the Parmo: breaded chicken topped with béchamel and cheese. A beloved North East takeaway dish closely associated with the wider Tees Valley.
A famous North East pease pudding spread made from boiled split peas. Traditionally served with ham or stotties and strongly linked to regional home cooking.
Soft white bread buns common across Teesside and the North East, often filled with bacon, sausage, ham, or pease pudding. A staple of local sandwich culture.
Established Italian restaurant known locally for pizza, pasta, and friendly service in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-known seafront fish and chip restaurant popular for classic seaside meals in a casual setting near the beach.
Popular traditional pub venue serving hearty British food and drinks with a comfortable, informal atmosphere.
Redcar is cheaper than larger UK seaside cities. Budget stays, casual dining, and local buses are fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Redcar Central -> Clock Tower, 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.

Most Manchester to Redcar trains use the Manchester Airport to Redcar Central station pair, with some services arriving at Redcar East. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Redcar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Redcar Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redcar Central.
Ticket office support is available at Redcar Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redcar Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Redcar Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redcar Central: 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.
Redcar East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redcar East.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redcar East: Parking.
Available at Redcar East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redcar East: 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.
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