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Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Cross Country

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Cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross CountryP11672
09:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£571One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryP11678
10:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£651One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryP11668
08:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£721One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC65947
09:353h09
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1341One-way
2 changes
Avanti West CoastC65950
10:353h09
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
13:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1341One-way
2 changes

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Cross Country
P11668
Cross CountryP11668
08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h59 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C65944
Cross CountryC65944
08:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3h09 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes
Cross Country
P11672
Cross CountryP11672
09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h59 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C65947
Cross CountryC65947
09:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3h09 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes
Cross Country
P11678
Cross CountryP11678
10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h59 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C65950
Cross CountryC65950
10:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3h09 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes

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Train times from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Fastest Journey

2 h 59 m

Average

3 h 4 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

227 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Cross CountryP11672
09:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£571One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Cross CountryP11678
10:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£641One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Cross CountryP11668
08:002h59
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£711One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC65944
08:353h09
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1441One-way
2 changes
Avanti West CoastC65947
09:353h09
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£1341One-way
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £7 by bus.
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 £7
Distance
226 km
Average train duration
3h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Train providers
3
Fastest train
2h 57m
First train
05:45
Last train
20:31
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 £7

Train providers: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains trains Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: £34
  • CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is £53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train travel time is 2 h 58 min   for the 140 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 04: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 18: 35.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 35.
A trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is March.
You have options as you can travel between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2 different ways: coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
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
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
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 Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
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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