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Winchester City Museum
Museum on the city’s Roman and Saxon roots, with the Winchester Model and finds that explain how the settlement developed.
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Winchester will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Winchester 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 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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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L80302Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 276 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Winchester trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G01023 | On time 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h01 | 16:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33237+ L79960+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h30 | 17:05 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
W33030+ L78794+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 12:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h17 | 17:12 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
G01026 | On time 13:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h01 | 17:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33287+ L79966+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 13:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h30 | 18:05 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
G01029 | On time 14:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h01 | 18:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Winchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Winchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Winchester trip today.
Museum on the city’s Roman and Saxon roots, with the Winchester Model and finds that explain how the settlement developed.
Museum dedicated to Gurkha service, with compelling objects and stories that connect Nepalese soldiers to British military history.
Regimental museum tracing military life through uniforms, medals and personal stories in the Peninsula Barracks complex.
Broad grassy water meadows south of the centre, popular for peaceful walks, wildlife and classic views back towards the cathedral.
Historic shopping street lined with period buildings, independent shops and city landmarks. Ideal for strolling through central Winchester.
Riverside green space by the Itchen with seats, lawns and paths. A relaxing local favourite close to the city centre.
A traditional Hampshire sausage made with pork and herbs, long linked with Winchester and nearby Alresford. A classic pub and breakfast staple in the area.
A soft-rinded cow’s milk cheese made in Hampshire. It is a noted local speciality, prized for its rich, creamy texture and regional dairy tradition.
A regional hard cheese from nearby villages in Hampshire, traditionally made with cow’s milk. It reflects the county’s long-established farmhouse cheese-making heritage.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant central setting, known for tasting menus and carefully sourced seasonal ingredients.
Casual modern venue focused on fresh sourdough pizza, sharing plates and drinks, popular for an easy meal in the city centre.
A popular traditional pub near the cathedral serving British favourites, local ales and hearty meals in a historic, relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local buses are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: optional small change. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Winchester railway station -> The Broadway, Winchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Winchester trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Winchester 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.
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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