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Woodhorn Museum
Flagship local museum telling the story of mining life through original buildings, objects and exhibitions from Ashington’s coalfield past.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Ashington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Ashington and enjoy the approximately 194 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:15.
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
Distance 194 km |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Live departures
Manchester to Ashington train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ashington trains for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15989+ C08853 | 6:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 9:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
G16311+ G80198+C08854 | 6:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 10:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15866+C08855 | 7:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h31 | 10:31 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G16356+G80203+C33101 | 7:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 11:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24892+C33104 | 8:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 11:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G15879+G80209+C08856 | 8:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 12:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24895+C33110 | 9:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 12:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| P00051+G80215+C33113 | 9:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 13:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15861+C08857 | 10:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 13:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| C24495+G80221+C08858 | 10:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 14:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15862+C08859 | 11:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 14:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G16307+G80226+C08860 | 11:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 15:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24904+C08861 | 12:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 15:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G16314+G80232+C08862 | 12:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 16:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24909+C08863 | 13:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 16:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| P00053+G80237+C08864 | 13:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 17:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15955+C08865 | 14:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 17:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G15868+G80245+C08866 | 14:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 18:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15953+C33145 | 15:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 18:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| C24526+G80251+C33150 | 15:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 19:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15950+C33152 | 16:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 19:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| C24869+G80257+C33155 | 16:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h17 | 20:02 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15948+C08867 | 17:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h32 | 20:32 Ashington | 1 change | |
| C24538+G80263+C08869 | 17:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h18 | 21:03 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24924+C08870 | 18:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 4h00 | 22:00 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G16317+G80268+C08870 | 18:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h15 | 22:00 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| G15988+C08872 | 19:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 4h00 | 23:00 Ashington | 1 change | |
| G16319+G80273+C08872 | 19:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h15 | 23:00 Ashington | 2 changes | |
| C24929+C08873 | 20:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h58 | 23:58 Ashington | 1 change | |
G16001+ G00723+C08873 | 20:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 23:58 Ashington | 2 changes | |
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Complete guide to Ashington
Things to do in Ashington
Discover the best of Ashington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ashington trip today.
- Recommended
Woodhorn Art Gallery
Art gallery at Woodhorn showing works by the Ashington Group and changing displays that connect art with local working-class history.
- Recommended
Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum
Compact local museum in Morpeth’s park exploring the town’s social history, customs and notable residents in an accessible setting.
- Recommended
Queen Elizabeth II Country Park
Large country park around the former colliery with lakes, woodland trails and open views, ideal for walking beside the museum site.
- Recommended
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Beach
Popular sandy beach and promenade close to Ashington, good for sea views, brisk walks and an easy coastal outing.
- Recommended
Carlisle Park
Family-friendly riverside park in Morpeth with formal gardens, woodland paths and pleasant routes along the River Wansbeck.
Northumbrian Broth
A hearty Northumberland broth of lamb or beef with pearl barley and root vegetables, long tied to farming communities in the North East.
Stottie Cake
A stottie is a dense round bread roll from North East England, often filled with ham pease pudding. It is a classic regional lunch staple.
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Pease pudding is a slow-cooked split pea paste, traditionally served with ham or in sandwiches. It is a long-standing North East comfort food.
Giannis
Well-known local Italian restaurant offering pasta, pizza and grilled dishes in a relaxed family-friendly environment.
Ashington Tandoori
Established Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes with a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
Milanos
Popular casual spot in Ashington known for pizzas, kebabs and takeaway favourites in a straightforward local setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Ashington is moderate by UK standards, with cheaper dining and stays than major cities, while local buses and everyday coffee remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining nearby.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Manchester to Ashington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ashington 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 Ashington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Manchester to Ashington is 194 km.
The first train from Manchester to Ashington leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Manchester to Ashington departs at 20:15.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Ashington.
Booking trains from Manchester to Ashington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Manchester to Ashington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Ashington
Most Manchester to Ashington trains use the Manchester Airport to Ashington station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Ashington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Ashington
Which Manchester station do trains to Ashington leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Ashington leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
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.
Which Ashington station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Ashington arrive at Ashington. Ashington is from Ashington city centre.
Ashingtontrain station, Ashington NE63 8AZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Ashington from Ashington city centre
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Ashington train station facilities and services
Ashington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ashington. ATMs are available at Ashington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashington.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashington: Basic accessibility for wheelchair users.
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