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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brighton to Manchester

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.30–$253.16
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$367.08
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$341.76

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from London Euston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$101.26–$253.16

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Gatwick Express

Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Brighton to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$39.24–$82.28
Train from Brighton to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$37.97–$75.95

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Liverpool Street Station to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$60.76

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$37.97

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Manchester is to train and bus which costs $42.39 - $86.96 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Manchester is to train which takes 4h and costs $119.57 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Brighton to Manchester?

The distance between Brighton and Manchester is 380 km. The road distance is 414.8 km.

How do I travel from Brighton to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $119.57 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Brighton to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Manchester train from?

Brighton to Manchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or fly from Brighton to Manchester?

The best way to get from Brighton to Manchester is to train which takes 4h and costs $119.57 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $54.35 - $239.13 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Brighton to Manchester train arrive?

Brighton to Manchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Manchester is 415 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Brighton to Manchester.

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport Airport to Ringway Airport Airport?

Ryanair and easyJet offer flights from London Gatwick Airport Airport to Ringway Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Manchester?

Book your Brighton to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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