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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 41 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Bristol Parkway (BPW) on Thu, Aug 06, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.
W2986610:03 AM3h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:08 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$391One-way0 transfers- W299085:03 PM2h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:58 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$571One-way0 transfers
- W298517:03 AM2h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:01 AMBristol Parkway (BPW)$651One-way0 transfers
- W29939 · G011708:25 PM2h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:20 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$741One-way1 transfer
- G011449:03 AM2h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:57 AMBristol Parkway (BPW)$741One-way0 transfers
- G011388:03 AM2h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:57 AMBristol Parkway (BPW)$1871One-way0 transfers
- G011449:03 AM2h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:57 AMBristol Parkway (BPW)$741One-way0 transfers
- W2987111:03 AM2h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:57 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$921One-way0 transfers
- W299085:03 PM2h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:58 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$571One-way0 transfers
- W29939 · G011708:25 PM2h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:20 PMBristol Parkway (BPW)$741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW):
A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) costing on average $56.
Other travel options to Bristol Parkway (BPW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 31m.
Tickets start at around $56 compared to roughly $59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 56m 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29882 | On time 1:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 3:58 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01024 · W29884 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 4:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
 G38880+ W35435 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 4:54 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01150 | 2:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 4:59 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01027 · G01153 | On time 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 5:21 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38882+W35198 | On time 2:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 5:54 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29895 | 3:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 5:59 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01032 · G01154 | 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 6:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38885+G15022 · Y41825 | 3:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h20 | 7:50 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 transfers | |
| G38885+W35202 | On time 3:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h23 | 7:53 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01159 | 4:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h57 | 7:00 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01035 · G01161_G66477 | 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h08 | 7:33 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38886+G15025 · G15034 | 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h49 | 8:19 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 transfers | |
| G38886+W35437 | On time 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 8:51 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29908 | On time 5:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 7:58 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01043 · W29909 | On time 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 8:21 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38890+G15051 | On time 5:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 9:52 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01039 · G01166 | On time 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 9:21 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38892+W35091 · G15226 | On time 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h28 | 10:58 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 transfers | |
| G38892+G15052 | On time 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h31 | 11:01 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01042 · G01169 | On time 7:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 10:31 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29939 · G01170 | On time 8:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 11:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| G00997 · G01131 | On time 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 8:29 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
 W33950+G01133 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 9:20 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29851 | 7:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h58 | 10:01 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01003 · G01135 | 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 10:20 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01138 | 8:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h54 | 10:57 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01005 · G01140 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 11:21 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38870+G15045 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 11:54 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G01144 | 9:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h54 | 11:57 AM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01009 · W29862 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 12:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38873+G15046 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 12:54 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29866 | 10:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 1:08 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01013 · W29868 | 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 1:21 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38874+W35187 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h55 | 2:25 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38874+G15013 · G15522 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h50 | 2:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 transfers | |
| W29871 | 11:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h54 | 1:57 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01018 · W29873 | 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 2:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38877+G15015 · Y41809 | 11:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 3:21 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 transfers | |
| G38877+G15048 | 11:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 3:26 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| W29877 | 12:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 2:58 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01022 · G01148 | 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 3:20 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38878+G15049 | 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h25 | 3:55 PM Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) from $10. 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) 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 Parkway (BPW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Bristol Parkway from Stoke Gifford city centre
Bristol Parkway train station facilities and services
Bristol Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bristol Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol Parkway. ATMs are available at Bristol Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Parkway: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Parkway: 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.
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