The average train between Manchester and Haltwhistle takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Haltwhistle. 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 Haltwhistle. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Haltwhistle at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Haltwhistle? 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 Haltwhistle. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Haltwhistle station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Manchester to Haltwhistle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Haltwhistle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haltwhistle station.
Book your Manchester to Haltwhistle train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Manchester and Haltwhistle is 166.3 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haltwhistle via Carlisle in around 2h 45m.