The average train between Tamworth and Manchester takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Tamworth 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 Tamworth and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tamworth is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Tamworth station and arriving at Manchester station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.
Tamworth to Manchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Tamworth station.
Tamworth to Manchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Tamworth to Manchester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Tamworth and Manchester is 100.9 km. The road distance is 124 km.
You can take a train from Tamworth to Manchester Piccadilly via Stafford in around 1h 34m.