Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$265
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth will cost around $265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Bournemouth on Tue, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
On Tue, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bournemouth 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.
Train | Most popular Bus |
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€110 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
5h 46m Average duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | On time 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h50 | 12:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 7:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h47 | 12:22 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 7:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h06 | 1:01 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | On time 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h47 | 1:12 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 8:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h46 | 1:21 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | On time 8:39 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 5h33 | 2:12 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
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Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 21:15 |
CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Bournemouth from $83 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between Manchester and Bournemouth. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Train information from Manchester to Bournemouth with CrossCountry:
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bournemouth, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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