How to get from Hull to Manchester
- 135 km as the crow flies
- 16 train departures a day with TransPennine Express
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We compared the ways to travel from Hull to Manchester. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 09m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 135 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
135 km
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Search my dateDepartures from Hull to Manchester
TransPennine Express runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:23 and the last at 20:44.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Expresstrain | 16 | 05:23 | 20:44 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
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Ticket prices on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with TransPennine Express; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Hull to Manchester works
Start with a TransPennine Express train from Hull to Manchester, about 2h 9m. In total it's roughly €20 over 2h 9m, direct, no transfers.
Hull to Manchester: common questions
How long does it take to get from Hull to Manchester?
The most useful route takes about 2h 09m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Hull to Manchester?
The first train with TransPennine Express leaves at 05:23 and the last at 20:44, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Hull to Manchester?
16 a day with TransPennine Express, between 05:23 and 20:44.
How far is Manchester from Hull?
About 135 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Hull to Manchester cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €20. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Hull to Manchester?
On this route you travel with TransPennine Express.
What is the cheapest way to get from Hull to Manchester?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: TransPennine Express
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026