The average train between Manchester and Truro takes 7h 39m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Truro. 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 2 hours between Manchester and Truro. 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 Truro at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Truro? 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 Truro. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Truro station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.
Manchester to Truro train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Truro train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Truro station.
Book your Manchester to Truro train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Manchester and Truro is 406.4 km. The road distance is 564 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Truro via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth in around 7h 38m.