The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bury St Edmunds (BSE) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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 and flight for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. 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 train costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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€106 Average price Cheapest | €197 Average price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 4h19 | 11:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 11:59. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 11:59 |
Train companies: LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsLNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
Abellio Greater Anglia
FAQs: Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 06:50 - 17:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets including the accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2. They are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At station entrance and on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at the Bus stop on station forecourt
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- 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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