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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£56
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£72
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
4 h 18 m
Trains on 08 Oct
3
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 3 trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.






Trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 323 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 323 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 21:12 |
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The table below shows live departures for Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:12 Shoreham-by-Sea | 4h07 | 12:19 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:42 Shoreham-by-Sea | 4h23 | 14:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 Shoreham-by-Sea | 4h23 | 15:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester trains use the Shoreham-by-Sea to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Shoreham-by-Sea and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Shoreham-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Wi-Fi is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Ticket office support is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shoreham-by-Sea: 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 street and 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, 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.
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.
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