The average train between Old Trafford and Stadium of Light takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Old Trafford to Stadium of Light. 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 Old Trafford and Stadium of Light. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Stadium of Light at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Wharfside and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Stadium of Light. However, there are services departing from Old Trafford station and arriving at Stadium of Light station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Old Trafford to Stadium of Light train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Old Trafford to Stadium of Light train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Old Trafford and Stadium of Light is 171.7 km. The road distance is 267 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m.