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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Boscombe is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Boscombe is to fly and train which takes 3h 3m and costs £80 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Boscombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Boscombe?

The distance between Manchester and Boscombe is 256 miles. The road distance is 225.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Boscombe without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £130 - £190.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth takes 4h 49m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Boscombe train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Boscombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Boscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Boscombe is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Manchester to Boscombe.

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

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Where can I stay near Boscombe?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Boscombe.

Manchester to Boscombe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Boscombe by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
4h 49m
£130–190
Drive 224.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Boscombecar 224.3 mi
4h 21m
£56–81
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
3h 3m
£82–177
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
5h 20m
£120–342

Manchester to Boscombe by train

118Weekly Trains

4h 49mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Boscombe.

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Boscombe, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 49m.

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