The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£56
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£78
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
3 h 28 m
Trains on 14 Oct
16
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 £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
G15005+
G3895310:404h33Bath Spa (BTH)15:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way1 change
G15009+
G3895512:384h35Bath Spa (BTH)17:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way1 change
G15002+
G389498:294h44Bath Spa (BTH)13:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way1 change
G15517 · G14935+
G389498:504h23Bath Spa (BTH)13:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way2 changes
G15007+
G3898311:384h35Bath Spa (BTH)16:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way1 change
G15217+
G6673510:313h28Bath Spa (BTH)13:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£631One-way1 change
G15220+
G0087212:313h28Bath Spa (BTH)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1111One-way1 change
C48896+
G0086511:313h28Bath Spa (BTH)14:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1311One-way1 change
G15518+
G667309:303h29Bath Spa (BTH)12:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1111One-way1 change
G15000+
G667217:303h29Bath Spa (BTH)10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£631One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 14:29. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 14:29 |
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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, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38999+ G15014 | Delayed 16:08 15:38Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h35 | 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38959+ G15016 | Delayed 17:07 16:39Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h34 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00723+ W34288 · C01361 · W34024 | Delayed 16:33 16:47Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h18 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
G00723+ W34288+ G38959+ G14965 | Delayed 16:33 16:47Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h26 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
Y63476+ Y41819 · W34637+ W34129 | Delayed 17:39 17:10Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h34 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4 changes | |
G00901+ G15078 | 17:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h00 | 21:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G39004+ G15018 | Delayed 18:07 17:40Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h41 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G39004+ G15527 · G14966 · G14941 | Delayed 18:07 17:48Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h33 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00730+ W34083+ G39004+ G15077 | Delayed 17:32 18:05Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h16 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00908 · G00912+ W34719 | 18:24 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h06 | 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00735+ W34164 · W34076+ G14967 | Delayed 18:33 18:48Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h19 | 23:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00918+ G15082 | 19:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h01 | 23:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00928 · G00934+ G15081 | Delayed 19:33 20:03Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h52 | 23:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
G66716+ G14998 | 6:28 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h31 | 9:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38947+ W34663 | 6:47 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h26 | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G66721+ G15000 | 7:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h29 | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38967+ G15000 | 7:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h43 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38967+ G15526 · G14933 | 7:40 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h33 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00854+ G14951 | 8:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h36 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38949+ G15002 | 8:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h44 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38949+ G14935 · G15517 | 8:50 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h23 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G66730+ G15518 | 9:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h29 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G66735+ G15217 | 10:31 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h28 | 13:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38953+ G15005 | 10:40 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h33 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00866+ G15066 | 11:31 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h58 | 15:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00865+ C48896 | 11:31 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h28 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38983+ G15007 | 11:38 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h35 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00872+ G15220 | 12:31 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h28 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G38955+ G15009 | 12:38 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h35 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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)
Most Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Bath Spa to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath Spa (BTH) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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