The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
159 km
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 £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chester-Le-Street (CLS) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 159 km
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£50 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:30 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 2h48 | 07:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:44 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 2h25 | 08:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:12 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 2h07 | 08:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:57 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 2h23 | 09:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:12 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 2h06 | 10:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:11, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 11:11 |
Last train 18:52 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Chester-Le-Street (CLS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester-Le-Street (CLS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop off outside station entrance.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales


