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Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£31
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£37
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 8 m
Trains on 29 Aug
17
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 17 trains from Manchester to Nuneaton, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
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W33787Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Nuneaton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 118 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Nuneaton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33589 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h14 | 6:18 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33780 | 5:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h15 | 7:09 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33668 | 6:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h12 | 7:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33622 | 7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 8:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33648 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 9:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33597 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 10:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33787 | 10:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 11:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01017+ C17866 | 11:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h45 | 13:10 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 1 change | |
W33457 | 12:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 13:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33788 | 13:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 14:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33671 | 14:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 15:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33546 | 15:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 16:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33767 | 16:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 17:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33722 | 17:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 18:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33678 | 18:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 19:42 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33588 | 19:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h13 | 20:27 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01041+ C18006 | 19:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h45 | 21:10 Nuneaton station (NUN) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Manchester to Nuneaton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 3:59 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Discover the best of Nuneaton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuneaton trip today.
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Working theatre on the abbey site with exhibitions on local performance and heritage, useful for visitors interested in culture.
Independent gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists, adding a contemporary art stop in the town centre.
Main town park with formal gardens, museum, play areas and riverside paths, ideal for an easy walk near the centre.
Waterside walking route through town and suburbs, popular for gentle strolls, wildlife spotting and industrial heritage views.
Historic suburb associated with George Eliot, with parish church, older housing and a strong sense of local identity.
A classic Midlands pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, baked with hot-water pastry and eaten widely across Warwickshire and Nuneaton.
A robust pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy, long popular in local pubs across the West Midlands and Warwickshire.
Warwickshire has strong cider traditions; local farmhouse cider is a familiar regional drink, valued for its dry, fresh apple character.
Established Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable dine-in atmosphere.
Well-known local café and brunch spot serving breakfasts, light lunches, coffee and cakes in a friendly casual space.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while pub meals, coffee and local transport stay fairly typical for the region.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is fine if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
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Nuneaton railway station -> Nuneaton Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Nuneaton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneaton station pair, with some services arriving at Bermuda Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Nuneaton 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nuneaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nuneaton.
Ticket office support is available at Nuneaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Nuneaton: Parking, WC.
Available at Nuneaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuneaton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:30 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bermuda Park is 2 km from Nuneaton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bermuda Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998- Open: 08:00 – 22:00 7 days a week (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Bermuda Park: Parking.
Available at Bermuda Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bermuda Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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