The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Manchester Airport 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 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.
10:003h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:40Manchester Airport£451One-way0 changes
10:003h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:40Manchester Airport£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 214 km
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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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 Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:13, the last at 10:00. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 8:13 |
Last train 10:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Airport from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Airport
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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