Manchester to Newquay train with CrossCountry

Thu 08 Oct
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Newquay

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Oct

Cheapest price on 08 Oct

£64

Average ticket price on 08 Oct

£199

Fastest journey on 08 Oct

7 h 44 m

Average journey duration on 08 Oct

8 h 35 m

Trains on 08 Oct

7

Distance

393 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Newquay will cost around £199 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

On Thu 08 Oct, we found 7 trains from Manchester to Newquay, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 9 h 9 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.

  • CrossCountry
    9:309h39
    Manchester
    19:09Newquay
    £641One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    7:039h00
    Manchester
    16:03Newquay
    £731One-way
    0 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    8:309h39
    Manchester
    18:09Newquay
    £811One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    13:257h44
    Manchester
    21:09Newquay
    £2771One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    5:559h08
    Manchester
    15:03Newquay
    £2991One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Newquay

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Trains from Manchester to Newquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 16:18. The fastest train covers the 393 km distance in 6h 22m.

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 £22
Distance
393 km
Average train duration
7h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£65
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
6h 22m
First train
4:25
Last train
16:18
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £22

Live departures

Manchester to Newquay train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Newquay trains for tomorrow, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountry5:11 Manchester
7h52
13:03 Newquay0 changesdirect
CrossCountry5:54 Manchester
9h09
15:03 Newquay0 changesdirect
CrossCountry5:55 Manchester
9h08
15:03 Newquay0 changesdirect
CrossCountry7:03 Manchester
9h00
16:03 Newquay0 changesdirect
Transport for Wales8:30 Manchester
9h39
18:09 Newquay0 changesdirect
CrossCountry9:30 Manchester
9h39
19:09 Newquay0 changesdirect
CrossCountry13:25 Manchester
7h44
21:09 Newquay0 changesdirect

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Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Newquay trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Newquay from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
6h 22m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£65
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
7h 1m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£80
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Newquay

Things to do in Newquay

Discover the best of Newquay — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newquay trip today.

  • Must visit

Trerice

Working Victorian estate with exhibitions, gardens and farm collections that illustrate life in Cornwall in earlier centuries.

  • Recommended

Newquay Heritage Archive and Museum

Local museum covering Newquay’s social history, fishing, surfing and wartime stories through compact displays.

  • Recommended

Cornwall Aviation Heritage Centre

Nearby aviation museum displaying aircraft, cockpit sections and RAF history from Cornwall Newquay Airport’s setting.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside resort. Summer stays and dining rise, but cafés, pubs and local buses keep daily costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually just small change.

Best day trips from Newquay by train

The most popular day trips by train from Newquay are Par, St Austell, Truro, Penzance and Plymouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Newquay on Omio.

A view of St Austell

Day trip from Newquay to St Austell by train

Why visit St Austell for the day?

St Austell is best known for its china clay history and for being near the Eden Project on the Cornish south coast. It feels more like a working town than a resort, with beaches, gardens and harbour villages close by.

How to get from Newquay to St Austell by train?

The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 49m.

A view of Truro

Day trip from Newquay to Truro by train

Why visit Truro for the day?

Truro is Cornwall’s cathedral city, known for its Gothic Revival skyline and compact centre of shops and historic streets. As the county town, it has a practical local feel while staying close to rivers, countryside and the Cornish coast.

How to get from Newquay to Truro by train?

The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 1h 4m.

A view of Penzance

Day trip from Newquay to Penzance by train

Why visit Penzance for the day?

Penzance is a Cornish harbour town known for its promenade, mild climate and views across Mount's Bay. Its fishing heritage, art spaces and Georgian streets give it a relaxed coastal character.

How to get from Newquay to Penzance by train?

The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 42m.

A view of Plymouth

Day trip from Newquay to Plymouth by train

Why visit Plymouth for the day?

Plymouth is a naval city in Devon known for its strong maritime history and broad waterfront. The Hoe and Barbican shape its character, while the university gives it a modern, lived-in feel.

How to get from Newquay to Plymouth by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 31m.

FAQs: Manchester to Newquay train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Newquay 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 Newquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Newquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £65, while the average price tends to be around £139.
The train journey from Manchester to Newquay covers a distance of 393 km and takes approximately 6h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Newquay is 393 km.
The first train from Manchester to Newquay leaves at 4:25.
The last train from Manchester to Newquay departs at 16:18.
Trains from Manchester to Newquay run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Newquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Newquay.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Newquay.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Newquay is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Newquay station (NQY).
Booking trains from Manchester to Newquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Newquay offers a scenic experience, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, including the rolling hills of the Peak District and the charming vistas of the Cornish coast.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Newquay.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Newquay

Most Manchester to Newquay trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Newquay station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Newquay 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 Newquay

Which Manchester station do trains to Newquay leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Newquay leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
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.

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