Manchester to Seascale train with first_transpennine_express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Seascale

Showing times and prices for Mar 18

Cheapest price

$23

Average price

$27

Fastest journey

3 h 8 m

Average duration

5 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Seascale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Seascale will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Seascale on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .

On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 9 h 22 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.

Northern Trains Limited
12:53PM3h08
Manchester
04:01PMSeascale
$231One-way
0 transfers
Northern Trains Limited
07:53AM4h20
Manchester
12:13PMSeascale
$281One-way
1 transfer
Northern Trains Limited
10:53AM4h29
Manchester
03:22PMSeascale
$281One-way
1 transfer
Northern Trains Limited
01:53PM4h17
Manchester
06:10PMSeascale
$281One-way
1 transfer
Northern Trains Limited
10:24PM9h22
Manchester
07:46AMSeascale
$281One-way
1 transfer

Live departures

Manchester to Seascale train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Seascale trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:22 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Trains Limited10:24 PM Manchester
9h22
7:46 AM Seascale1 transfer
Wednesday, March 18
Northern Trains Limited7:53 AM Manchester
4h20
12:13 PM Seascale1 transfer
Northern Trains Limited10:53 AM Manchester
4h29
3:22 PM Seascale1 transfer
Northern Trains Limited12:53 PM Manchester
3h08
4:01 PM Seascale0 transfersDirect
Northern Trains Limited1:53 PM Manchester
4h17
6:10 PM Seascale1 transfer

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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Seascale by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Seascale

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Trains from Manchester to Seascale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 3h 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
80 miles (130 km)
Average train duration
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€25)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
04:57
Last train
20:45
Cheapest month
Jul
Cheapest day
Fri
High season
Apr - Jun
Low season
Oct - Dec
Best day to book ahead
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Seascale trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester and Seascale from $30 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€25)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Seascale

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Seascale 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 Seascale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Seascale can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $30 (€25), while the average price is around $30 (€25).
The train from Manchester to Seascale takes 3h 21m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester to Seascale is 80 miles (130 km).
The first train from Manchester to Seascale leaves at 4:57 AM.
The last train from Manchester to Seascale leaves at 8:45 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester to Seascale.
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Seascale.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Seascale.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Seascale is Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), which connects to Seascale station (SSC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Seascale is by train, with a cost of around $30 (€25).
The train journey from Manchester to Seascale can be quite scenic, especially as it travels through the picturesque Lake District National Park, offering views of rolling hills, coastal landscapes, and charming villages.
A day trip from Manchester to Seascale is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 21m. However, trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 80 miles (130 km).
Seascale, a quaint village in Cumbria, can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to enjoy its beach, local eateries, and nearby attractions such as the Lake District.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Seascale.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to Seascale

Manchester
Seascale
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Seascale.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • 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)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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