Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£49

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£53

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

2 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

2 h 18 m

Trains on 13 Oct

2

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

On Tue 13 Oct, we found 2 trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.

  • Transpennine Express
    17:112h07
    Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
    19:18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £491One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine Express
    15:112h28
    Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
    17:39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £581One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 19m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
159 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£48
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 19m
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Live departures

Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine Express19:52 Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
2h10
22:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transpennine Express22:13 Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
5h29
3:42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Transpennine Express

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£48
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 2h 19m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 159 km.
Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
There is no night train service from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Booking trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chester-Le-Street to Manchester Piccadilly offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through rural landscapes and small towns, though it may not be considered among the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Chester-Le-Street (CLS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Chester-Le-Street to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester-Le-Street (CLS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Chester-le-Street
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Chester-Le-StreetChester-le-Street station, Station Road, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3EE+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Chester-Le-Street from Chester-le-Street city centre

Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop off outside station entrance.

Chester-Le-Street train station facilities and services

Chester-Le-Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Chester-Le-Street.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Chester-Le-Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Chester-Le-Street: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Chester-Le-Street: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access to North Bound platform via ramp and roadside pavement, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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