The cheapest and fastest trains from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hull (HUL) 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 Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hull (HUL) 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 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 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 34 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 Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 128 km
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£33 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:25 Hull (HUL) | 2h40 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
![]() | 04:59 Hull (HUL) | 2h12 | 07:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:01 Hull (HUL) | 2h11 | 08:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:03 Hull (HUL) | 2h07 | 10:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:15 Hull (HUL) | 2h34 | 11:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Hull (HUL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hull (HUL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hull (HUL) 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 Hull (HUL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the pavilion on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located in the pavilion on the station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the pavilion on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 2 & 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the bus interchange (adjacent to the railway station).
- 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
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