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Trip Summary
There are usually 16 daily train trips available from Manchester to Hull. Traveling by train from Manchester to Hull usually takes 2 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express train can make the trip in one hour and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 80 mi (129 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 58m |
| Lowest price | £19.85 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Hull?
2 train services operate from Manchester to Hull. TransPennine Express usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express | 12 | 2h 15m | £30.88 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 4 | 2h 59m | £54.22 |
TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Hull start from £20, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 TransPennine Express schedules to Hull. TransPennine Express in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly and one other station. And in Hull trains arrive at Hull Paragon Interchange .
From Manchester to Hull train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hull faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 58 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Hull start from £50, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Hull. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport and one other station. And in Hull trains arrive at Hull Paragon Interchange .
From Manchester to Hull train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hull faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Manchester to Hull
Trains departing from Manchester to Hull tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday 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 21:00. 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. 6 of these are direct connections to Hull. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hull 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.
Hull
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Kingston-Upon-Hull, or simply Hull, is a port city in the East Yorkshire county of England. Although most popular for its port where ferries depart for the continent, this surprising city became the City of Culture in 2017, with more on offer than ever.
Hull's presence as a settlement dates back to the 12th century, and the town grew to be a significant wool and fishing industry town. Hull's many free museums detail the city's complex history, including its role in the English Civil War and the bombings it experienced in World War II. Other museums offer art displays as well as transport exhibitions.
The iconic Humber Bridge is just a short 10-minute drive from Hull. This 1.4-mile suspension bridge has enough photo opportunities to rival even some of the world's most famous bridges.
Hull is served by Humber International Airport, with shuttle buses running to the city. Hull Paragon Interchange in the centre of the town allows for easy rail access from all over the country. Coach services, like National Express, also operate from here. These transport options all serve as connections to the P&O Ferries that depart from Hull to Rotterdam.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 Hull?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Hull Paragon Interchange
Most coaches to Hull arrive at the Hull Paragon Interchange on Margaret Moxon Way. This interchange connects to the Hull Railway System for a multimodal travel centre in the middle of Kingston upon Hull. Inside the station building, you can access waiting areas, toilets, a travel information desk, and gift shops. Local buses and intercity coaches like National Express and Megabus provide service throughout Hull and beyond. Popular long-distance routes include those to Poole, Leeds, Glasgow, and London.
Train stations in Hull:
Hull Paragon Interchange
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