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Manchester to Southminster train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Southminster? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$109.64, with average prices for this route around AU$109.64. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:05 4h 21m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	09:26 Southminster	Find Tickets
05:55 4h 11m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	10:06 Southminster	Find Tickets
06:30 4h 16m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	10:46 Southminster	Find Tickets
07:15 4h 11m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	11:26 Southminster	Find Tickets
07:35 4h 31m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	12:06 Southminster	Find Tickets
08:35 4h 11m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	12:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Southminster train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

22:15

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Southminster

Journey time

4h 1m

Distance

290 km

Price

AU$109.64*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southminster

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Southminster during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Southminster for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Southminster, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Southminster ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester to Southminster more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Southminster train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Manchester to Southminster train prices and times

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