The cheapest trains from Manchester to Bournemouth
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth will cost around $ 227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 152.
Timetable Manchester to Bournemouth
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The fastest trains from Manchester to Bournemouth
Fastest Journey
4 h 45 m
Average
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
308 km
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Bournemouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
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Train Information between Manchester and Bournemouth
 | Distance | 190 miles (307 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 50 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $149 (€120) |
 | Train frequency | 7 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country or Avanti West Coast |
Trains from Manchester to Bournemouth cover the 190 miles (307 km) long route taking on average 4 h 50 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 7 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $107 (€86), but the average price of train tickets is $149 (€120). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Bournemouth.
Train companies
CrossCountry Manchester – Bournemouth
You can travel by train from Manchester to Bournemouth with CrossCountry for as low as $107 (€86). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Manchester and Bournemouth you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
If you're looking for cheap CrossCountry tickets between Manchester and Bournemouth, check out Omio! With one-way Manchester to Bournemouth train ticket prices starting as low as $107 (€86) when you book in advance, we'll help you get to Bournemouth from Manchester by showing you the latest CrossCountry offers, train schedules and tickets for this 190 miles (307 km) route. You can also review relevant ticket information for each class fare available on this journey, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard with CrossCountry. If you search for CrossCountry tickets between Manchester and Bournemouth in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can go paperless when taking the train. Whether you're looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train from Manchester to Bournemouth on offer, Omio makes it easier than ever for you to find that perfect train with CrossCountry so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey.
Read on for COVID-19 recommendations and policies for your CrossCountry train ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0 mile (s) / 0 km away from the city center, and they get off the train at Bournemouth, located 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center.
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