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Bognor Regis to Manchester by train

First train

04:37

Last train

21:36

Departure station

Bognor Regis

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

From 5h 29m

Distance

198 miles (318 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Southern

How to travel from Bognor Regis to Manchester by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bognor Regis to Manchester? Look no further.

You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Bognor Regis and Manchester, which usually take 8 hours 1 minute to complete the 198 miles (318 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Manchester by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bognor Regis to Manchester if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Manchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bognor Regis to Manchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Bognor Regis to Manchester take?

The average journey time by train between Bognor Regis and Manchester is 8 hours and 1 minute, with around 15 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bognor Regis and Manchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bognor Regis to Manchester is 5 hours and 29 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bognor Regis to Manchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Bognor Regis to Manchester. Travelling from Bognor Regis to Manchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Bognor Regis to Manchester leave?

The first train from Bognor Regis to Manchester leaves at 04:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bognor Regis to Manchester leave?

The last train from Bognor Regis to Manchester leaves at 21:36. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bognor Regis and Manchester by train?

Trains travelling from Bognor Regis to Manchester cover a distance of around 198 miles (318 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester to Bognor Regis.

Cheap train tickets from Bognor Regis to Manchester

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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