The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Thu, Jan 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 22 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jan 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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 station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €144 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h15 | 11:54 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Brighton to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Brighton to Manchester Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Manchester Airport.
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.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink to help you choose the right option for your journey 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 station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) start from as low as $107 (€85) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $124 (€99) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 13m but the average duration is 3h 27m
Train Operators
- Travel from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with Avanti West Coast and Thameslink
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Avanti West Coast.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 07:39 AM and the last at 07:39 AM
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€85) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 07:39 |
Last train 07:39 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from $22 (€18). 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 station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
