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Fishbourne Roman Palace
Roman palace museum at Fishbourne featuring mosaics, gardens, and one of Britain's most important archaeological sites.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bognor Regis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $291 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $291, while a train costs an average of $291.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$291 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Bognor Regis:
A flight is $69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Bognor Regis costing on average $291.
Other travel options to Bognor Regis take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (4h 7m by train vs 5h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $291 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bognor Regis trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:54 PM Manchester | 4h57 | 10:51 PM Bognor Regis | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Bognor Regis run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $261 but you can travel from only $219 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $261 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
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Best time to book 3 days |
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Roman palace museum at Fishbourne featuring mosaics, gardens, and one of Britain's most important archaeological sites.
Open-air museum in the South Downs with rescued historic buildings, crafts, and rural heritage demonstrations.
Museum and gallery in a grand house at Petworth, known for art collections, historic interiors, and landscaped parkland.
Long shingle and sand seafront ideal for promenades, sea views, and classic resort atmosphere throughout the year.
Historic park laid out by Sir Richard Hotham, with boating lake, miniature railway, gardens, and family-friendly walks.
Broad greensward by the sea, popular for sitting out, events, and open coastal views next to the promenade.
Sussex Pond Pudding is a rich suet pastry pudding with butter and lemon, long linked to Sussex home cooking and nearby regional food traditions.
Chichester Crab is sweet local crab from nearby waters, commonly served simply in salads or sandwiches and prized across the West Sussex coast.
Selsey Crab Cakes use crab landed on the nearby Sussex coast, lightly bound and pan-fried, showcasing fresh local seafood in a familiar seaside style.
Well-known beachfront fish and chip venue favoured for fresh seafood, generous portions, and easy casual dining by the sea.
Established seafront seafood restaurant known for local fish, shellfish, and classic British dishes in a relaxed coastal setting.
Popular traditional pub serving British comfort food, Sunday roasts, and local drinks in a friendly historic atmosphere.
Moderate for a UK seaside town; lodging and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares and summer stays can raise overall trip costs.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Bognor Regis Railway Station -> Bognor Regis Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bognor Regis 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 Bognor Regis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Bognor Regis trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bognor Regis station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bognor Regis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bognor Regis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bognor Regis.
Wi-Fi is available at Bognor Regis.
Ticket office support is available at Bognor Regis.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bognor Regis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bognor Regis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bognor Regis: 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 by the gateline, 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.
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