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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bicester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bicester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 249 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 249, while a flight costs an average of NOK 4,194.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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NOK 909 Average price | NOK 4,194 Average price | NOK 249 Average price Cheapest | NOK 461 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Bicester to Manchester
Compare the available ways to get from Bicester to Manchester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bicester to Manchester:
A bus is NOK 660 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bicester to Manchester costing on average NOK 909.
A bus is NOK 3,946 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bicester to Manchester costing on average NOK 4,194.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 55m.
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around NOK 909 compared to roughly NOK 461 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -NOK 447. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Bicester to Manchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bicester to Manchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:58 AM 3h01 Bicester 11:59 AM Manchester NOK 1,589 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest
8:58 AM 3h01 Bicester 11:59 AM Manchester NOK 1,589 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
9:34 AM 2h55 Bicester 12:29 PM Manchester NOK 1,775 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
7:57 AM 3h02 Bicester 10:59 AM Manchester NOK 1,589 1 One-way 1 transfer9:56 AM 3h03 Bicester 12:59 PM Manchester NOK 1,589 1 One-way 1 transfer6:55 AM 3h04 Bicester 9:59 AM Manchester NOK 1,589 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Bicester to Manchester:
A bus is NOK 660 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bicester to Manchester costing on average NOK 909.
A bus is NOK 3,946 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bicester to Manchester costing on average NOK 4,194.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 55m.
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
- Around 13 flights per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bicester and Manchester as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bicester North (BCS) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Buses mostly depart from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
- Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Manchester by bus.
- Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast to go to Manchester by train.
- Travel with British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Loganair to go to Manchester by flight.
- 5 direct flights per day with British Airways.
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