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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Manchester Airport will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Manchester Airport on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 43 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$120 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $145 Average price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Manchester Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Brighton to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 11:10. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€85) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 08:39 |
Last train 11:10 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton to Manchester Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Manchester Airport from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Manchester Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Manchester Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
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