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Manchester to Newquay Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

16 trains operate daily from Manchester to Newquay. The train trip from Manchester to Newquay is usually about 9 hours and 42 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 4 minutes.

Distance244 mi (392 km)
Fastest train7h 4m
Lowest price£106.88
Most frequent serviceCrossCountry + Connections
Train lines5

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Which train should you take from Manchester to Newquay?

There are 5 train lines with service from Manchester to Newquay. CrossCountry + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections17h 36m£175.34
CrossCountry + Connections78h 57m£185.04
Northern Rail + Connections611h 21m£191.00
TransPennine Express + Connections18h 9m£220.72
Virgin Trains + Connections18h 47m£162.33
  • Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Newquay start from £175, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Newquay. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Newquay trains arrive at Central Train Station .

    From Manchester to Newquay train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 7 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newquay faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Newquay on a weekend there is typically one Arriva Trains Wales + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.

  • CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Newquay start from £162, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Newquay. CrossCountry + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Newquay trains arrive at Central Train Station .

    From Manchester to Newquay train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 8 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newquay faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 7 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Newquay.

  • Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Newquay start from £107, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Newquay. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Newquay trains arrive at Central Train Station .

    From Manchester to Newquay train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 11 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newquay faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Newquay.

  • TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Newquay start from £221, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Newquay. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Newquay trains arrive at Central Train Station .

    From Manchester to Newquay train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 8 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newquay faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Newquay on a weekend there is typically one TransPennine Express + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.

  • Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Newquay start from £162, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Newquay. Virgin Trains + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Newquay trains arrive at Central Train Station .

    From Manchester to Newquay train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 8 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newquay faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Newquay on a weekend there is typically one Virgin Trains + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Manchester to Newquay

The distance between Manchester and Newquay is approximately 244 miles, or 392 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 4 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Manchester to Newquay tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Manchester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Newquay to Manchester.

City Information

Manchester

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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.

Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.

And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.

With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Manchester?

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Main departure station: Manchester Piccadilly

As the city's main train station, Manchester Piccadilly receives regular trains from London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Liverpool. It has 14 platforms, with platforms 13 and 14 positioned away from the main concourse and accessed via a moving walkway. The mezzanine level contains a variety of shops and food outlets. Travellers can also access Metrolink trams on the Blue, Yellow, and Purple lines by descending into the lower level. The area around the station hosts plenty of parking, several hotels, and a variety of food options.

All train stations in Manchester:

  • Manchester Piccadilly

  • Manchester Airport

Where is the train station in Newquay?

Main arrival station: Central Train Station

Newquay has one train station.

Train stations in Newquay:

  • Central Train Station

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