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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bletchley to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 16 Aug
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Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
194 km
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Fast trains
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Bletchley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bletchley to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:43 Bletchley | 2h11 | 10:54 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 9:48 Bletchley | 2h17 | 12:05 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 10:49 Bletchley | 2h13 | 13:02 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Bletchley to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bletchley to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 194 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 1h 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Coach from £37
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Bletchley to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Bletchley and Manchester from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£43
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
West Midlands Trains frequency
16 a day
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Things to do in Manchester
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Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
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Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
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Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
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Albert Square
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Rag Pudding
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Lancashire Hotpot
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Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
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Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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- Distance
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- Travel time
- 10 min
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FAQs: Bletchley to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bletchley 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.
The train journey from Bletchley to Manchester covers a distance of 194 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bletchley to Manchester is 194 km.
The first train from Bletchley to Manchester leaves at 5:02.
The last train from Bletchley to Manchester departs at 22:30.
Trains from Bletchley to Manchester run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bletchley to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bletchley to Manchester.
To get from Bletchley to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bletchley to Manchester.
The train station in Bletchley that goes to Manchester is Bletchley station (BLY), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Bletchley to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £37.
Booking trains from Bletchley to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bletchley to Manchester passes through varying landscapes, including urban areas, countryside, and parts of the Peak District, offering some scenic views along the way.
A day trip from Bletchley to Manchester is not feasible since the journey takes 1h 46m. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the 194 km.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Bletchley to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bletchley and Manchester
Most Bletchley to Manchester trains use the Bletchley to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Bletchley and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bletchley
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Which Bletchley station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Trains from Bletchley to Manchester leave from Bletchley. The station is from Bletchley city centre at Bletchley station, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6DZ.
BletchleyBletchley station, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6DZ+44 3301235247
City-centre transport
Getting to Bletchley from Bletchley city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesIn the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the station forecourt.
Bletchley train station facilities and services
Bletchley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nina's Coffee Shop, Sonny's, Top Diner
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bletchley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bletchley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bletchley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bletchley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machine in Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Bletchley arrive at?
Trains from Bletchley to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester Piccadilly. Some services arrive at Manchester Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
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.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
GortonGorton station, Lees Street, Gorton, Greater Manchester, M18 8QU
City-centre transport
Getting to Gorton from Manchester city centre
Gorton is 4 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Euston - Glasgow Central · 7h 44m · £144
London Euston - Glasgow Central · 8h 10m · £118
Edinburgh - Fort William · 10h 28m · £175
Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston · 7h 26m · £162
BusUkn30, Uk030 · 7h 47m · £38 · every ~3 min
915 · 7h 21m · £131
590, 181 · 8h 47m · £61
978 · 8h 6m · £226
915 · 8h 50m · £173
Gorton train station facilities and services
Gorton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gorton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gorton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gorton: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Gorton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gorton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Along a ramp (55 paces, 1:14 slope) leading to the ticket office, then to Manchester straight ahead along a further ramp (67 paces, 1:8 slope) onto the platform. Then to Glossop from ticket office, turn right and across a footbridge (30 paces), and either follow down the ramp 100 paces, 1:15 slope for most of its length) straight onto the platform. Or, turn left and down 28 steps onto the platform, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Station Entrance, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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