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Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
The town’s main museum in a historic park, covering George Eliot, local industry, and archaeology through accessible displays and exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Nuneaton on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.








Trains from Manchester to Nuneaton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 3:59 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Nuneaton trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:15 AM Manchester | 1h55 | 11:10 AM Nuneaton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Manchester | 2h25 | 11:50 AM Nuneaton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Manchester | 1h56 | 11:42 AM Nuneaton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Manchester | 2h25 | 3:50 PM Nuneaton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Manchester | 1h45 | 9:10 PM Nuneaton | 0 transfersDirect |
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The town’s main museum in a historic park, covering George Eliot, local industry, and archaeology through accessible displays and exhibitions.
Heritage centre interpreting the Griff and George Eliot’s literary connections, ideal for understanding the author’s formative local landscape.
Creative gallery and community arts venue presenting local exhibitions, workshops, and contemporary work in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Popular park with formal gardens, open lawns, play areas, and the museum, making it one of Nuneaton’s best all-round leisure spots.
Historic town centre area associated with George Eliot and civic landmarks, ideal for a short walk through Nuneaton’s old core.
Green corridor and walking area following the canal, popular for peaceful strolls, wildlife spotting, and industrial-era scenery.
A Midlands pork and herb sausage, often linked with nearby Coventry. It is a classic local breakfast and pub staple in Warwickshire.
A puff pastry triangle filled with mincemeat, first made in Coventry and eaten across Warwickshire, especially around festive seasons.
A soft white bap filled with chips, common in Midlands chip shops. It is simple comfort food locals often eat with curry sauce or gravy.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and a lively modern setting in Nuneaton.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes, and classic British Indian favourites in a polished casual space.
Established pub restaurant at Hartshill Hayes Country Park, valued for British mains, Sunday roasts, and countryside views.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while dining and rail fares are typical regional UK prices for visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10% is common for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Nuneaton Railway Station -> Nuneaton Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Nuneaton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneaton station pair, with some services arriving at Bermuda Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Nuneaton 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nuneaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nuneaton.
Ticket office support is available at Nuneaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Nuneaton: Parking, WC.
Available at Nuneaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuneaton: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:30 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bermuda Park is 2 km from Nuneaton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bermuda Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998- Open: 08:00 – 22:00 7 days a week (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Bermuda Park: Parking.
Available at Bermuda Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bermuda Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
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