The average train between Manchester and Wareham takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Wareham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Wareham. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Wareham at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Wareham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Wareham. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Wareham station via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Manchester to Wareham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Wareham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Manchester to Wareham train tickets online with Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Manchester and Wareham is 310.8 km. The road distance is 430 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 50m.