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Trip Overview

The average train between Melksham and Manchester takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 56m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Melksham to Manchester train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Melksham and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Manchester at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Chippenham and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country13h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country4h 24m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melksham to Manchester? 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.

Map of how to get from Melksham to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 201.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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