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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bournemouth is to fly and train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bournemouth?

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 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Manchester and Bournemouth is 256 miles. The road distance is 226.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £130 - £190.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth takes 4h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bournemouth is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Manchester to Bournemouth.

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

Book your Manchester to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
4h 50m
£130–190
Drive 225.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Bournemouthcar 225.1 mi
4h 22m
£56–81
Fly Manchester Airport 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 13m
£82–177
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
4h 51m
£71–242
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 11m
£148–323

Manchester to Bournemouth by train

118Weekly Trains

4h 50mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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