Manchester to Bournemouth Train
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Manchester to Bournemouth by train
The journey from Manchester to Bournemouth by train is 191.55 mi and takes 4 hrs 57 mins. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:11 and the last at 19:25. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Bournemouth by train for as little as £81.79 or as much as £268.45. The best price for this journey is £81.79.
| Lowest Price | £81.79 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 57 mins |
| Connection per Day | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern 31 |
| Lowest Price | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern £81.79 |
| Highest Price | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern £268.45 |
| First Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern 05:11 |
| Last Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern 19:25 |
| Distance | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern 191.55 mi |
| Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern Manchester |
| Arrival | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern Bournemouth |
| Carriers | South Western Railway, CrossCountry South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
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Find the best day to travel to Bournemouth by train
When travelling to Bournemouth by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast and Southern from Manchester to Bournemouth
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Bournemouth by train.
| Facilities | South Western Railway | Avanti West Coast | Southern |
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Manchester to Bournemouth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
21.58kg
Bus
23.12kg
Flight
61.65kg
Car
49.32kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Bournemouth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Bournemouth are 21.58kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Bournemouth? By taking the train between Manchester and Bournemouth you will save 40.07kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.54kg compared to a bus and 27.74kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth?
A train ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth is £154.68. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £81.79.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Bournemouth is £81.79. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Bournemouth by train?
Manchester to Bournemouth is 191.55 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Bournemouth take?
Manchester to Bournemouth is on average 4 hrs 57 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Bournemouth?
The train journey from Manchester to Bournemouth is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and Southern.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Bournemouth?
Manchester to Bournemouth has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Bournemouth leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Bournemouth departs at 05:11. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Bournemouth depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Bournemouth departs at 19:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £81.79 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Manchester to Bournemouth?
There are on average 9 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to Bournemouth.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Bournemouth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Bournemouth is 4 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Bournemouth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Bournemouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Bournemouth by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Bournemouth creates 21.58kg of CO2 emissions.