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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$186

Average price

$215

Fastest journey

4 h 44 m

Average duration

4 h 56 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

308 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Bournemouth for Manchester on Mon, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

South Western RailwayL48277+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09650
09:22AM4h57
Bournemouth station (BMH)
02:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1861One-way
2 transfers
South Western RailwayL48448_L48142+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09648
08:56AM5h09
Bournemouth station (BMH)
02:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1861One-way
2 transfers
South Western RailwayL46945+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09726
08:18AM5h26
Bournemouth station (BMH)
01:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1861One-way
2 transfers
South Western RailwayL46945+SouthernY29218+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09645
08:18AM5h01
Bournemouth station (BMH)
01:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1861One-way
3 transfers
CrossCountryC23392
09:45AM4h44
Bournemouth station (BMH)
02:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$2601One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Bus

€136

Average price

€40

Average price

Cheapest

5h 46m

Average duration

Fastest

5h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 50m

Average duration

8h 20m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bournemouth to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 16
Last updated at 10:11 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
south_west_trainsL46945+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09726
On time
7:18 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
5h26
12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
south_west_trainsL46945+southernY29218+assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09645
On time
7:18 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
5h01
12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
3 transfers
cross_countryC23387
On time
7:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h49
12:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
south_west_trainsL48448_L48142+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09648
On time
7:56 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
5h09
1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
south_west_trainsL48277+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09650
On time
8:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h57
1:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23392
On time
8:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h44
1:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The best time to book your train from Bournemouth to Manchester is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bournemouth to Manchester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bournemouth to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bournemouth to Manchester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Manchester

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Trains from Bournemouth to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance
190 miles (307 km)
Average train duration
5h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
$70 (€57)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
4h 44m
First train
05:12
Last train
18:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)

Train companies: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Manchester trains

For as little as $84 (€68) you can travel by train between Bournemouth and Manchester with CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Bournemouth to Manchester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Bournemouth to Manchester with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 44 min
  • Cheapest Price: $97
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Manchester

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Manchester

Bournemouth
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip from Bournemouth to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bournemouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Bournemouth.
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ParkingParking
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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