How much does a train ticket cost from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Stockton on Tees to Manchester start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Stockton on Tees to Manchester is 2h 43m, covering a distance of 92 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Stockton on Tees to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?

The earliest train from Stockton on Tees to Manchester departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 23:43.

Train Stockton on Tees to Manchester from £22

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Stockton on Tees to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:27	Thornaby	2h 10m	18:37	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	17:27	Thornaby	2h 42m	20:09	Manchester Airport	No tags
Train	17:27	Thornaby	2h 9m	19:36	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	18:28	Thornaby	2h 41m	21:09	Manchester Airport	No tags
Train	19:27	Thornaby	2h 43m	22:10	Manchester Airport	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stockton on Tees to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

84 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£23 - £122	Average duration2h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £23

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stockton on Tees to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Stockton on Tees to Manchester start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Stockton on Tees to Manchester is 2h 43m, covering a distance of 92 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Stockton on Tees to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockton on Tees to Manchester?
The earliest train from Stockton on Tees to Manchester departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 23:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£23

11/12

£39

Today

£23

13/12

£22

14/12

£24

15/12

£23

16/12

£30

17/12

£22

The cheapest trip from Stockton on Tees to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stockton on Tees to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £22 to £118 for a train ticket from Stockton on Tees to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-17.