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Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Manchester and Bletchley. The average train journey from Manchester to Bletchley takes 3 hours and 31 minutes, but some Virgin Trains + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 120 mi (193 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 44m |
| Lowest price | £16.91 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Train service from Manchester to Bletchley
- Arriva Trains Wales + Connections tickets: £73 one-way
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: £73 one-way
- Northern Rail + Connections tickets: £17 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: £73 one-way
- Virgin Trains + Connections tickets: £17 one-way
Which train should you take from Manchester to Bletchley?
There are 5 train lines with service from Manchester to Bletchley. Northern Rail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 1 | 10h 41m | £72.93 |
| CrossCountry + Connections | 5 | 5h 11m | £72.93 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 11 | 3h 31m | £46.41 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 4 | 3h 3m | £72.93 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 11 | 2h 18m | £47.18 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Bletchley start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Bletchley. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Bletchley trains arrive at Sherwood Drive .
From Manchester to Bletchley train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 10 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bletchley faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Bletchley on a weekend there is typically one Arriva Trains Wales + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Bletchley start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Bletchley. CrossCountry + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Bletchley trains arrive at Sherwood Drive and one other train station.
From Manchester to Bletchley train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 5 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bletchley faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bletchley.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Bletchley start from £17, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Bletchley. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Bletchley trains arrive at Fenny Stratford and one other train station.
From Manchester to Bletchley train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 3 hours and 31 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bletchley faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 11 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bletchley.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Bletchley start from £73, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Bletchley. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Bletchley trains arrive at Fenny Stratford and one other train station.
From Manchester to Bletchley train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bletchley faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bletchley.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Bletchley start from £17, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Bletchley. Virgin Trains + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Bletchley trains arrive at Fenny Stratford and one other train station.
From Manchester to Bletchley train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bletchley faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains + Connections offers 11 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bletchley.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Manchester to Bletchley are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 32 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bletchley to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and coach station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent coaches to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Piccadilly
Where is the train station in Bletchley?
Main arrival station: Sherwood Drive
Bletchley receives travelers from Manchester at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Bletchley:
Sherwood Drive
Fenny Stratford Station
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