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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) on Sun, May 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
9:01 AM4h11Manchester Airport (MIA)1:12 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$721One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 AM4h11Manchester Airport (MIA)1:12 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average $71 (€57).
Other travel options to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 59m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€57) compared to roughly $72 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $1 (€1). The journey takes 3h 18m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h11 | 1:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 15:01. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 3:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsCrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from $11 (€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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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 at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
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