How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from PEN 174. The average price for this train route is around PEN 251. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The average train ride duration from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 191 miles (307 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest train departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 6:45pm.

Train Bournemouth to Manchester from PEN 163

Next train departures

Next departures for Bournemouth to Manchester on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Bournemouth	4h 44m	8:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:30am	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	8:40am	Bournemouth	4h 49m	1:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:16 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bournemouth to Manchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

191 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 94 - PEN 315	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 174 - PEN 2,240	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.5

Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 174

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from PEN 174. The average price for this train route is around PEN 251. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 191 miles (307 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 6:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/26

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04/27

PEN 171

Today

PEN 876

04/29

PEN 169

04/30

PEN 170

05/01

PEN 242

05/02

PEN 859

05/03

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The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of PEN 169

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 169 to PEN 2,142 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 169 which is on 2026-04-29.