The average train between Manchester and Cornwall takes 8h 55m and the fastest train takes 7h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Cornwall. 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 Manchester and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Cornwall? 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 Manchester to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Cornwall station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.
Manchester to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Par station.
Book your Manchester to Cornwall train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Manchester and Cornwall is 381.7 km. The road distance is 540 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Luxulyan via Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Par in around 8h 22m.