The average train between Manchester and Seaham takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Seaham. 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 hourly between Manchester and Seaham. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Seaham at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Seaham station via Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Manchester to Seaham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to Seaham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Seaham station.
Book your Manchester to Seaham train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Manchester and Seaham is 161.8 km. The road distance is 227 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Seaham via Thornaby in around 3h 34m.