4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Manchester
Cheapest price
£272
Average price
£276
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Manchester will cost around £276 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £272.
Of the 2 trains that leave Eastbourne for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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 train and flight for Eastbourne to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £64, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 347 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£121 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Eastbourne to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Manchester trains for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W60228+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02607 | On time 08:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h32 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W60233+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02534 | On time 09:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h39 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W60238+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02602 | On time 09:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h32 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W60243+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02532 | On time 10:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h39 | 14:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W60248+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02597 | On time 10:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h32 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W60253+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W02529 | On time 11:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 4h39 | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 20 January | |||||
| 03:49 Eastbourne | 4h30 | 08:19 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:51 Eastbourne | 5h01 | 09:52 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £56 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Eastbourne to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Eastbourne and Manchester from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Eastbourne to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne and Manchester
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- 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.
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