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Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 27 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hinckley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hinckley will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Hinckley, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hinckley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 120 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Hinckley:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Hinckley costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Hinckley take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 25m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (1h 34m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £25 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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hinckley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:03 Manchester | 2h27 | 11:30 Hinckley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Hinckley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 23:10 |
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Discover the best of Hinckley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hinckley trip today.
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Main local history museum covering Hinckley's hosiery trade, framework knitting and everyday life with engaging displays in the town centre.
Working collection and gallery space focused on canal heritage, boats and waterside life at nearby Market Bosworth.
Large country park with lakes, woodland walks and links to Bosworth heritage. Popular for gentle walks, picnics and family visits.
Public park near the centre with formal gardens, play areas and open lawns, well suited to a short relaxing walk.
Scenic walking and cycling route following the canal through quiet countryside, with towpaths, locks and good wildlife spotting.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray has hand-raised hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork. It is a classic Leicestershire snack with protected status.
Red Leicester is a firm, orange-red cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire. Its nutty, mellow flavour makes it one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Stilton from the Vale of Belvoir area is a rich blue cheese often associated with Leicestershire. It is prized for its crumbly texture and deep savoury flavour.
Popular Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and house specials in a modern, comfortable dining room.
Established steakhouse and grill in Hinckley town centre, known for steaks, burgers and a lively but relaxed setting.
Traditional pub and restaurant with British classics, roasts and drinks in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs are fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Hinckley trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Hinckley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hinckley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Hinckley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hinckley.
Ticket office support is available at Hinckley.
Available at Hinckley: Parking, WC.
Available at Hinckley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hinckley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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