Manchester to Bournemouth train from $26 (€22) with Cross Country

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Cheapest

$106

Average

$280

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.

Cheapest

08:25AM4h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:17PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$1061One-way

0 transfers

09:09AM5h04

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$2041One-way

1 transfer

08:35AM4h48

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:23PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3281One-way

2 transfers

09:15AM5h06

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:21PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3811One-way

2 transfers

09:15AM4h58

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3811One-way

3 transfers

Train schedule from Manchester to Bournemouth

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 9

Cross Country

08:25AM4h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:17PMBournemouth station (BMH)

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

08:35AM4h48

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:23PMBournemouth station (BMH)

2 transfers

Cross Country

09:09AM5h04

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

09:15AM5h06

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:21PMBournemouth station (BMH)

2 transfers

Avanti West Coast

09:15AM4h58

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

3 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to Bournemouth?

The best time to book your train from Manchester to Bournemouth is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to Bournemouth route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to Bournemouth per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to Bournemouth.

Trains

from $89

Buses

from $28

Fastest train times from Manchester to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Fastest Journey

4 h 48 m

Average

4 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

308 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Bournemouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:35AM4h48

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:23PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3281One-way

2 transfers

08:25AM4h52

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

01:17PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$1061One-way

0 transfers

09:15AM4h58

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3811One-way

3 transfers

09:09AM5h04

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

02:13PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$2041One-way

1 transfer

09:15AM5h06

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

02:21PMBournemouth station (BMH)

$3811One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Bournemouth

Distance	190 miles (307 km)
Average train duration	4 h 45 min
Average train ticket price	$153 (€130)
Direct train	Yes
Train providers	CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast or South Western Railway

Trains from Manchester to Bournemouth cover the 190 miles (307 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 45 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast or South Western Railway. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $72 (€61), but the average price of train tickets is $153 (€130). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Bournemouth.

Train companies: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway from Manchester to Bournemouth trains

CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Bournemouth from $79 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Manchester to Bournemouth train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 5 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $133

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:

Average Duration: 4 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $82
CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Manchester to Bournemouth train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $79

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Bournemouth

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Bournemouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Bournemouth.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bournemouth can start from as little as $72 (€61) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Bournemouth is $153 (€130); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Manchester to Bournemouth is 4 h 45 min to travel the 190 mile (307 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Manchester to Bournemouth leaves at 4: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Bournemouth leaves at 8: 15 PM.

Take the Manchester to Bournemouth train with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Manchester and Bournemouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 15 PM.

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.

A trip to Bournemouth from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Bournemouth is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bournemouth from Manchester including taking a bus or train.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Bournemouth

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Bournemouth

The major railway station for departures from Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey between Manchester and Bournemouth.

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