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Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
Town museum with archaeology, costume, social history and fine art displays that introduce Worthing and the surrounding area.
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Worthing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Worthing will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Manchester to Worthing you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C02549Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Worthing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 323 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£113 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Trains from Manchester to Worthing run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 323 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 323 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 22:14 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Worthing — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Worthing trip today.
Town museum with archaeology, costume, social history and fine art displays that introduce Worthing and the surrounding area.
Contemporary gallery on the seafront showing changing exhibitions, craft and visual art in an attractive Victorian shelter.
Creative studios and exhibition spaces in converted seafront shelters, good for seeing local artists and buying original work.
Long pebble beach and promenade ideal for strolling, cycling and sea views, with easy access to the pier and town centre.
South Downs hillfort and open downland above Worthing, favoured for panoramic walks, wildlife and sunset views.
Large public park with formal gardens, boating lake and sports facilities, popular for relaxed walks near the town centre.
Fresh crab landed on the Sussex coast, prized for sweet meat and served simply in sandwiches, salads or dressed whole.
A classic Sussex fish dish of smoked haddock baked with spinach, hard-boiled eggs and cream, long associated with county cookery.
A rich suet pudding from Sussex enclosing a whole lemon with butter and sugar, a distinctive historic county dessert.
Smart neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients and a calm, intimate atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for sourdough pizza, small plates and drinks, with a lively and contemporary town-centre feel.
Long-running local restaurant focused on fresh fish and shellfish, offering an unfussy dining room and coastal favourites.
Moderate for a south coast town. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London or Brighton.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Worthing 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 Worthing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Worthing trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Worthing station pair, with some services arriving at West Worthing. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Worthing 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 Victoria 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 Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
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.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Goring-by-Sea is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
Goring-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Goring-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Parking.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goring-by-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Ramps below 400m Short steep ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient) to platforms. Interchange via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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