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Brighton to Manchester train prices and times
Planning a journey from Brighton to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £32.50, with average prices for this route around £52.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Mon, Apr 14From £41.30
- Tue, Apr 15From £39.80
- Wed, Apr 16From £32.50
- Thu, Apr 17From £41.50
- Fri, Apr 18From £34.05
- Sat, Apr 19From £47.15
- Sun, Apr 20
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:02 Brighton | 08:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 8h 23m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:12 Brighton | 08:45 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 33m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:12 Brighton | 10:29 Manchester Piccadilly | 6h 17m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:06 Brighton | 09:19 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 13m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:06 Brighton | 11:29 Manchester Piccadilly | 6h 23m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:39 Brighton | 09:44 Paris | 4h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Brighton to Manchester train route details

First train
00:02

Last train
22:39

Journey time
3h 56m

Distance
204 miles

Price
£32.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Brighton to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Brighton to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Brighton to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Brighton to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Brighton to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Brighton to Manchester train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.