The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Newcastle station (NCL) for Manchester Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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 coach and train for Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 183 km
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Live departures
Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h09 | 10:09 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:23 Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h22 | 11:45 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h55 | 11:36 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:44 Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h24 | 12:08 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 09:59. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 09:59 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Newcastle station (NCL) and Manchester Airport from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle station (NCL) and Manchester Airport
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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