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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£112
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£112
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 8 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
9:444h08Brighton station (BTN)13:52Manchester Airport (MIA)£1121One-way0 changes
- 9:444h08Brighton station (BTN)13:52Manchester Airport (MIA)£1121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 317 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£92 Average Price | £55 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A coach is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £55.
A coach is £73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Coach takes on average 11h 22m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (3h 36m by train vs 4h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h08 | 13:52 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 06:59. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 6:59 |
Last train 6:59 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton station (BTN) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Brighton station (BTN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Brighton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton station (BTN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Most popular train connections from Brighton station (BTN)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Airport (MIA) and Brighton station (BTN)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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