The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 54 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 6 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
N60886 · C012435:404h11Manchester Airport (MIA)9:51Redcar Central (RCC)£241One-way1 change
C24990 · W849382:284h19Manchester Airport (MIA)6:47Redcar Central (RCC)£251One-way1 change
G162304:283h23Manchester Airport (MIA)7:51Redcar Central (RCC)£251One-way0 changes
G15944+
G89540 · G858264:483h53Manchester Airport (MIA)8:41Redcar Central (RCC)£311One-way2 changes
G15959+
G895404:484h04Manchester Airport (MIA)8:52Redcar Central (RCC)£311One-way1 change
G162304:283h23Manchester Airport (MIA)7:51Redcar Central (RCC)£251One-way0 changes
G15944+
G89540 · G858264:483h53Manchester Airport (MIA)8:41Redcar Central (RCC)£311One-way2 changes
N60886 · G15851+
C322875:403h58Manchester Airport (MIA)9:38Redcar Central (RCC)£381One-way2 changes
G15959+
G895404:484h04Manchester Airport (MIA)8:52Redcar Central (RCC)£311One-way1 change
N60886 · C012435:404h11Manchester Airport (MIA)9:51Redcar Central (RCC)£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 160 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC):
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Redcar Central (RCC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 15m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.71. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24990 · W84938 | On time 2:28 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h19 | 6:47 Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 change | |
G16230 | 4:28 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h23 | 7:51 Redcar Central (RCC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15959+ G89540 | 4:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h04 | 8:52 Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 change | |
G15944+ G89540 · G85826 | 4:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h53 | 8:41 Redcar Central (RCC) | 2 changes | |
N60886 · C01243 | 5:40 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h11 | 9:51 Redcar Central (RCC) | 1 change | |
N60886 · G15851+ C32287 | 5:40 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h58 | 9:38 Redcar Central (RCC) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 09:44. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 9:44 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Redcar Central (RCC) 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: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) 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 Redcar Central (RCC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Redcar Central (RCC)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Redcar Central (RCC) trains use the Manchester Airport to Redcar Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Redcar Central (RCC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway 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. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Redcar Central from Redcar city centre
Redcar Central train station facilities and services
Redcar Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redcar Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Redcar Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redcar Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Redcar Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redcar Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access onto both platforms is possible via level crossing. However, level access transfer between each platform is approximately 1/2 mile and can take 30 minutes as the only other way between both platforms is via steps and a bridge. The car park is adjacent to platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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