The cheapest and fastest trains from Basildon to Manchester
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basildon to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to Manchester will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Basildon to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
L03094+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026059:243h55Basildon station (BSO)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£651One-way2 changes
L03357+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026079:103h55Basildon station (BSO)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£691One-way2 changes
L02861+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026108:283h51Basildon station (BSO)12:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
L02962+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W025368:463h58Basildon station (BSO)12:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
L02796+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026128:183h47Basildon station (BSO)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£771One-way2 changes
L02796+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026128:183h47Basildon station (BSO)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£771One-way2 changes
L02861+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026108:283h51Basildon station (BSO)12:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
L03094+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026059:243h55Basildon station (BSO)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£651One-way2 changes
L03357+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W026079:103h55Basildon station (BSO)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£691One-way2 changes
L02962+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+
W025368:463h58Basildon station (BSO)12:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Basildon to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basildon to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £84, and a flight costs an average of £267.
Distance: 280 km
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4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basildon to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L02796+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+ W02612 | 8:18 Basildon station (BSO) | 3h47 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
L02861+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+ W02610 | 8:28 Basildon station (BSO) | 3h51 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
L02962+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+ W02536 | 8:46 Basildon station (BSO) | 3h58 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
L03357+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+ W02607 | 9:10 Basildon station (BSO) | 3h55 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
L03094+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Euston+ W02605 | 9:24 Basildon station (BSO) | 3h55 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or c2c to find the best option for your trip from Basildon to Manchester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or c2c to find the best option for your trip from Basildon to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Basildon to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Manchester
Trains from Basildon to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, c2c from Basildon to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, c2c trains will get you between Basildon and Manchester from £84. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basildon to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basildon and Manchester
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3 . The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; access must be requested at the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 3. Access must be requested at the ticket office.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside main station entrance (Shoeburyness bound)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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