The average train between Cornwall and Manchester takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cornwall and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Manchester at 3:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Manchester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Cornwall to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cornwall to Manchester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cornwall and Manchester is 381.7 km. The road distance is 540 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Manchester Piccadilly via Par, Plymouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 31m.