The average train between Truro and Manchester takes 7h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Truro 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 hourly between Truro and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Truro is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Truro 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 Truro to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Truro station and arriving at Manchester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.
Truro to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Truro station.
Truro to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Truro to Manchester train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Truro and Manchester is 406.4 km. The road distance is 564 km.
You can take a train from Truro to Manchester Piccadilly via Plymouth and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 31m.