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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
237 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Bradford-on-Avon for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 53 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.
04:364h53
Bradford-on-Avon09:29Manchester
£1151One-way
0 changes
04:364h53
Bradford-on-Avon09:29Manchester
£1151One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 237 km
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4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:13
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:36 Bradford-on-Avon | 4h53 | 09:29 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 20:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_great_western from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Bradford-on-Avon and Manchester from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£43
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£119
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
Booking trains from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester is 237 km.
The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester covers a distance of 237 km and takes approximately 4h 9m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The first train from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester leaves at 5:05.
The cheapest way to get from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The last train from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester departs at 20:25.
The train station in Bradford-on-Avon that goes to Manchester is Bradford-on-Avon station (BOA), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Trains from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford-on-Avon and Manchester
Bradford-on-Avon
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Bradford-on-Avon is Bradford-on-Avon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bradford-on-Avon for your trip from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 13:30 Saturday 06:20 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” Step free access available to platform 2. Please note that step free access to platform 1 is via local streets and a ramp. There is a footbridge linking both platforms Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bradford-on-Avon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from Bradford-on-Avon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- 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.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- 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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