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Cheap train tickets from York to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Cheapest

$38

Average

$42

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

Cheapest

C30316

10:52AM1h46

York station (YRK)

12:38PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$381One-way

0 transfers

C43437

11:48AM1h29

York station (YRK)

01:17PMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$431One-way

0 transfers

C30594

09:49AM1h24

York station (YRK)

11:13AMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$431One-way

0 transfers

C43432

10:49AM1h22

York station (YRK)

12:11PMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$431One-way

0 transfers

C30309

08:58AM1h41

York station (YRK)

10:39AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$431One-way

0 transfers

York to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Transpennine Express C29910	08:05AM York station (YRK)	1h20	09:25AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30021	08:19AM York station (YRK)	1h17	09:36AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30592	08:50AM York station (YRK)	1h21	10:11AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30309	08:58AM York station (YRK)	1h41	10:39AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30025	09:19AM York station (YRK)	1h19	10:38AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30594	09:49AM York station (YRK)	1h24	11:13AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30031	10:20AM York station (YRK)	1h16	11:36AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C43432	10:49AM York station (YRK)	1h22	12:11PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30316	10:52AM York station (YRK)	1h46	12:38PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C30039	11:20AM York station (YRK)	1h17	12:37PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express C43437	11:48AM York station (YRK)	1h29	01:17PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express G32796	12:08PM York station (YRK)	1h54	02:02PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from York to Manchester?

The best time to book your train from York to Manchester is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the York to Manchester route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from York to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from York to Manchester.

Trains

from $26

Buses

from $20

Fastest train times from York to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Fastest Journey

1 h 16 m

Average

1 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

93 km

Of the 12 trains that leave York for Manchester every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C30031

10:20AM1h16

York station (YRK)

11:36AMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$501One-way

0 transfers

C30021

08:19AM1h17

York station (YRK)

09:36AMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$591One-way

0 transfers

C30039

11:20AM1h17

York station (YRK)

12:37PMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$501One-way

0 transfers

C30025

09:19AM1h19

York station (YRK)

10:38AMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$511One-way

0 transfers

C29910

08:05AM1h20

York station (YRK)

09:25AMManchester Victoria (MCV)

$591One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from York to Manchester

Distance	57 miles (92 km)
Average train duration	1 h 21 min
Average train ticket price	$27 (€23)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day
Train companies	TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express

Trains from York to Manchester cover the 57 miles (92 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 21 min with our travel partners like TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $27 (€23), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $9 (€8). Travelers depart most frequently from York and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains from York to Manchester trains

Buy your official TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains train tickets from York to Manchester from $11 (€9) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from York to Manchester with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $26

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

York to Manchester train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 2 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $11
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

York to Manchester train information with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $50

Train tickets from York to Manchester: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	21 €
2 weeks earlier	15 €	40%
3 weeks earlier	14 €	50%
1 month before	13 €	62%
2 months earlier	13 €	62%
3 months earlier	13 €	62%

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Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from York - Manchester. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from York - Manchester 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 50% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket York - Manchester with 2 months in advance you save up to about 62% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 62%.
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FAQs: Trains from York to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from York to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from York to Manchester can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for York to Manchester is $27 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the York to Manchester train time is 1 h 21 min covering the 57 mile (92 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from York to Manchester leaves at 4: 44 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from York to Manchester leaves at 10: 39 PM.

Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day from York to Manchester with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from York to Manchester.

Take the York to Manchester train with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Manchester from York as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 39 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from York, which is located around 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Piccadilly, located 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from York is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from York to Manchester by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Manchester from York including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from York to Manchester

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