How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The average train ride duration from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 44m, covering a distance of 191 miles (307 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest train departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 6:45pm.

Train Bournemouth to Manchester from $46

Next train departures

Next departures for Bournemouth to Manchester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Bournemouth	4h 49m	1:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Bournemouth	4h 44m	8:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	7:30am	Bournemouth	4h 59m	12:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	8:40am	Bournemouth	4h 49m	1:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:17 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

192 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $82	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $599	Average Duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $36	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Bournemouth to Manchester is 4h 44m, covering a distance of 191 miles (307 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 6:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$118

11/29

$47

Today

$46

12/01

No data

12/02

$67

12/03

$65

12/04

No data

12/05

$66

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $46

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $46 to $587 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-03.