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Bournemouth to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 5h 8m to travel from Bournemouth to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 191 miles (307 km). There are normally 17 trains per day traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from $35.66 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:30 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 6:45 pm | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 4h 44m | |
| Distance | 191 miles (307 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $35.66 | |
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Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester in 4 hours 44 minutes
If you want to travel from Bournemouth to Manchester by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Bournemouth to Manchester by train to take around 5 hours 8 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 17 trains per day running on this route, which spans 307 km. There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Manchester.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from $35.66 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bournemouth to Manchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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