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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sittingbourne to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
312 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sittingbourne to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sittingbourne to Manchester will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Sittingbourne for Manchester 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 312 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
04:453h59
Sittingbourne08:44Manchester
£601One-way
0 changes
14:453h59
Sittingbourne18:44Manchester
£1031One-way
0 changes
09:454h20
Sittingbourne14:05Manchester
£1071One-way
0 changes
04:453h59
Sittingbourne08:44Manchester
£601One-way
0 changes
14:453h59
Sittingbourne18:44Manchester
£1031One-way
0 changes
09:454h20
Sittingbourne14:05Manchester
£1071One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Sittingbourne to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sittingbourne to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £60, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 312 km
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£118 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sittingbourne to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Sittingbourne to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:14
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:45 Sittingbourne | 3h59 | 08:44 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sittingbourne to Manchester
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Trains from Sittingbourne to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 4h 7m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 20:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Sittingbourne to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Sittingbourne and Manchester from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£60
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Price
£131
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Sittingbourne to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sittingbourne 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.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The cost of a train ticket from Sittingbourne to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £118.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A day trip from Sittingbourne to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 7m. There are 4 trains per day.
The cheapest way to get from Sittingbourne to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £60.
The train distance from Sittingbourne to Manchester is 312 km.
Booking trains from Sittingbourne to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Sittingbourne to Manchester departs at 20:15.
There is no night train service from Sittingbourne to Manchester.
The train journey from Sittingbourne to Manchester covers a distance of 312 km and takes approximately 4h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Sittingbourne that goes to Manchester is Sittingbourne station (SIT), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The first train from Sittingbourne to Manchester leaves at 0:06.
Trains from Sittingbourne to Manchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sittingbourne to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Sittingbourne to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sittingbourne to Manchester.
To get from Sittingbourne to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
The train journey from Sittingbourne to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque Kent countryside before transitioning to more urban landscapes as it approaches Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sittingbourne and Manchester
Sittingbourne
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Sittingbourne is Sittingbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sittingbourne for your trip from Sittingbourne to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 and 3 for services away from London and to Sheerness available via the lift. Stepped access to all platforms via the station footbridge. Short steep ramp to platform one when booking hall closed.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:50 - 01:30 Saturday 04:50 - 01:30 Sunday 06:30 - 01:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms on Platforms 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station by main car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Sittingbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from Sittingbourne.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- 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)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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