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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Showing times and prices for 24 Nov
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
214 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 5 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 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
08:003h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£461One-way
0 changes
04:205h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)09:44Manchester Airport (MIA)
£481One-way
0 changes
16:574h56
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:53Manchester Airport (MIA)
£501One-way
0 changes
06:574h47
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:44Manchester Airport (MIA)
£561One-way
0 changes
08:274h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:52Manchester Airport (MIA)
£561One-way
0 changes
08:003h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£461One-way
0 changes
08:274h25
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:52Manchester Airport (MIA)
£561One-way
0 changes
06:574h47
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:44Manchester Airport (MIA)
£561One-way
0 changes
16:574h56
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:53Manchester Airport (MIA)
£501One-way
0 changes
04:205h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)09:44Manchester Airport (MIA)
£481One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 214 km
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£54 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:39
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h24 | 14:35 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 52m.
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 £9
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 18:33 |
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 £9
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £9. 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
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£46
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
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
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 24m
Cheapest Price
£35
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£189
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Airport offers varied scenery, including picturesque countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the Peak District as you approach Manchester.
A day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 52m and the frequency is 8 per day for trains. The distance is 214 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £54.
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 214 km.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 214 km and takes approximately 3h 52m. Trains run 8 per day.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 18:33.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 4:20.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Bristol
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
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 Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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.
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