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Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Manchester
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester will cost around $ 137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 82.
Train schedule from Bristol to Manchester
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Fastest train times from Bristol to Manchester
Fastest Journey
3 h 38 m
Average
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
227 km
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Overview: Train from Bristol to Manchester
 | Distance | 140 miles (226 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 22 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $69 (€61) |
 | Train frequency | 12 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country or Transport for Wales |
Trains from Bristol to Manchester cover the 140 miles (226 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 22 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Transport for Wales. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $45 (€40), but the average price of train tickets is $69 (€61). Travelers depart most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.
Train providers: CrossCountry from Bristol to Manchester trains
For as little as $45 (€40) you can travel by train from Bristol to Manchester with CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Bristol to Manchester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Book your CrossCountry Bristol to Manchester train with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check CrossCountry up-to-date train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Bristol to Manchester routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable CrossCountry train tickets online that fit your budget. The distance from Bristol to Manchester is 140 miles (226 km), and the best price for a one-way Bristol - Manchester CrossCountry train ticket starts at $140 (€123) if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your CrossCountry ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when traveling by train. Waiting in a line at the train station to purchase your train ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your train tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with CrossCountry!
Bristol to Manchester train information with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 3 h 8 min
- Average Price: $140
- CrossCountry frequency: 11 a day
When you buy your CrossCountry train tickets from Bristol to Manchester don't forget to keep the following COVID-19 related policies in mind:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Trains from Bristol to Manchester: Journey Details
Trains from Bristol to Manchester depart from Bristol Parkway station and arrive at Manchester Piccadilly Station. The first train departs at 7:00 a.m. and the last train leaves the Bristol station at half past midnight. There is only one peak time for this connection from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. Travelers only have one potential connection every hour, and will have an average trip of about 3 hours.
Evening and overnight trains begin around 10:00 p.m. with the journey taking nearly nine and a half hours to arrive in Manchester. Another possible connection leaves at 4:57 a.m. and will take half as long. The weekend schedule starts much later at 10:40 a.m. and stops at 11:15 p.m. Travelers should also note that the weekend peak time is from 9:00 to 10:00 p.m. Direct and indirect trains are possible for this connection. The indirect ones will have one to three changes at Gloucester, Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Newport Gwent, Tamworth, the Warrington stations, Hereford, or Shrewsbury. Trains from Bristol to Manchester are operated by CrossCountry.
Departing Bristol by train
With much to see at Bristol's bustling parks, visitors can break away to enjoy other natural sites such as Dyrham Park or the Wookey Hole Caves. You can also participate in festivals such as the International Balloon Fiesta or the Festival of Ideas.
Arriving in Manchester by train
A visit to Manchester can be epic as well with a Manchester United game at the Old Trafford football stadium, hiking in the Prestwich Forest Park, or climbing the Beetham Tower.
Travel Tips: Trains from Bristol to Manchester
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Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly.
Where is the Bristol train station located? Where is the Manchester train station located?
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this trip, called Bristol Temple Meads, is located 1.9 miles (3 km) from the city center of Bristol.
The most popular arrival train station, Manchester Piccadilly, is located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city center of Manchester.
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Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
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