The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol Parkway (BPW) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€52 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:28 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 3h45 | 10:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 4h08 | 2:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:36 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 3h37 | 2:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 3h37 | 5:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 3h30 | 8:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Transport for Wales and Cross Country offer trains services from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Transport for Wales and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 04:38 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Parkway (BPW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $12 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:00 Saturday 06:50 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- 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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