The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bath Spa (BTH) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 234 km
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Live departures
Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:40 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h33 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:28 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h31 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bath Spa (BTH) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bath Spa (BTH) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 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
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