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It takes an average of 9h 8m to travel from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 203 miles (327 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £30.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:28 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 5h 15m | |
| Distance | 203 miles (327 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £30.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly by train
Looking to travel from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 8 minutes to travel from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 15 minutes though. You'll usually find 17 trains per day running along the 203 miles (327 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Manchester Piccadilly, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to get to Manchester Piccadilly. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £30.20.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.