What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 2h 54m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The distance between Bournemouth and Manchester is 256 miles. The road distance is 226.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly takes 4h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Manchester bus from?

Bournemouth to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Manchester train from?

Bournemouth to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Manchester bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Manchester train arrive?

Bournemouth to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Manchester is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Bournemouth to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Bournemouth to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 44m
£130–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 19m
£55–132
Drive 225.6 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Manchestercar 225.6 mi
4h 24m
£56–80
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2h 54m
£86–198
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 7m
£76–260

Bournemouth to Manchester by train

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Distance: 254.8 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 19m.

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