How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from R 822. The average price for this train route is around R 1 201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 307 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Manchester route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest train from Bournemouth to Manchester departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 18:45.

Train Bournemouth to Manchester from R 780

Next train departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:40	Bournemouth	4h 49m	13:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:45	Bournemouth	4h 44m	20:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:30	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:30	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:40	Bournemouth	4h 49m	13:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Manchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:40	Bournemouth	4h 49m	13:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:45	Bournemouth	4h 44m	20:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:30	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:30	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:40	Bournemouth	4h 49m	13:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:24 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 581 - R 1 908	Average duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 822 - R 10 626	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 608 - R 608	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 822

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 822. The average price for this train route is around R 1 201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 307 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The earliest train from Bournemouth to Manchester departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 18:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 781

11/12

R 1 142

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14/12

R 4 177

15/12

R 803

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17/12

R 813

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 781

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 R 781 to R 10 208 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 R 803, which is on 2025-12-15.