The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Sunningdale
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Sunningdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Sunningdale will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Sunningdale every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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 coach, train and flight for Manchester to Sunningdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Sunningdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £153.
Distance: 256 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Sunningdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Sunningdale trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:05 Manchester | 4h03 | 08:08 Sunningdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:11 Manchester | 4h30 | 08:41 Sunningdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Sunningdale
Trains from Manchester to Sunningdale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 20:13 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Sunningdale trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Sunningdale from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Sunningdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Sunningdale 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 Sunningdale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Sunningdale
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 08:50 - 16:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both platforms via side entrances on each platform. Level access through ticket office. Interchange is via a footbridge with steps or a level crossing close to the station. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Ascot: London Road (A30) Bus Stop opposite side of the road from the station. To Virginia Water: London Road (A30) outside of the station. Bus Stop when level crossing is closed: Broomhall Lane
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