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Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$44.37, with average prices for this route around US$75.91. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
21:40 10h 5m, No direct Manchester Victoria	07:45 +1 Bournemouth		Find Tickets

Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth train route details

First train

01:20

Last train

21:40

Departure station

Manchester Victoria

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

5h 8m

Distance

309 km

Price

US$44.37*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth 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 Victoria to Bournemouth, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Victoria to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Trains from Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth from US$44.37

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Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth train prices and times

Manchester Victoria to Bournemouth train route details