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Compare train for Banbury to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $76, while a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Banbury to Manchester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $76 compared to roughly $62 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.
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Banbury and Manchester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Banbury station (BAN) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast to go to Manchester by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with CrossCountry.
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