- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
2,000+ travel companies
2,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Manchester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Oct
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£62
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
2 h 59 m
Trains on 01 Oct
13
Distance
227 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 13 trains from Bristol to Manchester, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
G38967+
G150007:564h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£221One-way1 change
G6673511:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£541One-way0 changes- G38967+G15526 · G149338:084h05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£551One-way2 changes
- G38953+G1549611:293h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£551One-way1 change
- G38947+W346637:074h06Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£551One-way1 change
- G667218:012h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£681One-way0 changes
- G0086512:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1281One-way0 changes
- G008549:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£681One-way0 changes
- G6673511:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£541One-way0 changes
- G667167:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£681One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bristol to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00854 | Delayed 8:00 9:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38953+G15496 | Delayed 11:08 11:29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h44 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38983+G15007 | Delayed 12:08 11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00865 | 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38983+C48896 · G14939 | Delayed 12:08 12:08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00872 | On time 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38955+G15498 | Delayed 13:07 13:25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h48 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00876 | On time 14:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 16:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38991+G15011 | Delayed 14:04 14:01Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h13 | 18:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00883 | On time 15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00888 | On time 16:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 18:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38999+G15525 · W34632 | Delayed 16:08 16:08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G01083+ W34291+G38999 | On time 16:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00894 | On time 17:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 19:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38959+G15502 | Delayed 17:07 17:24Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00723+W34288 · C01361 · W34024 | On time 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h32 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| G00723+G38959+W34288 | On time 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G66779 · G00901 | On time 18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h29 | 21:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G66779+ C17782+ L89091 | On time 18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 21:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G39004+G14941 · G15527 | Delayed 18:07 18:10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h11 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00730+G39004+W34083 | On time 18:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00908 · G00912 | On time 18:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00735 · G00918 | On time 19:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h57 | 23:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00735+W34164 · W34076 | On time 19:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 23:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00735+C18001+Y62764 | On time 19:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h04 | 23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Y62764+G14944 · Y41825 | Delayed 19:29 19:39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h58 | 23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00928 · G00934 | On time 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h41 | 0:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00928+C17018+G90053 | On time 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h43 | 1:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 1 October | |||||
| G38945+C47821 | 5:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66716 | 7:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 9:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38947+W34663 | 7:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h06 | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38967+G15000 | 7:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66721 | 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h58 | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38967+G15526 · G14933 | 8:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00854 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38949+C48821 | 9:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h45 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G38975+G15004 | 9:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66730 | 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66735 | 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 13:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Manchester by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Thu
01 Oct
01 Oct
Fri
02 Oct
02 Oct
Sat
03 Oct
03 Oct
Sun
04 Oct
04 Oct
Mon
05 Oct
05 Oct
Tue
06 Oct
06 Oct
Wed
07 Oct
07 Oct
Thu
08 Oct
08 Oct
Fri
09 Oct
09 Oct
Sat
10 Oct
10 Oct
Sun
11 Oct
11 Oct
Mon
12 Oct
12 Oct
Tue
13 Oct
13 Oct
Wed
14 Oct
14 Oct
Thu
15 Oct
15 Oct
Fri
16 Oct
16 Oct
Sat
17 Oct
17 Oct
Sun
18 Oct
18 Oct
Mon
19 Oct
19 Oct
Tue
20 Oct
20 Oct
Wed
21 Oct
21 Oct
Why should you book Bristol to Manchester trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Bristol to Manchester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Manchester.
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 Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Manchester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 44m.
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 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 3:40 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Bristol to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bristol and Manchester from £7. 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 CrossCountry Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£23
CrossCountry frequency
5 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 Transport for Wales Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£22
Transport for Wales frequency
2 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
Complete guide to Manchester
Things to do in Manchester
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
- Must visit
Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
- Must visit
Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
- Must visit
Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
- Recommended
Albert Square
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
- Recommended
Oldham Street
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
Rag Pudding
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
- Gluten-free
Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
mana
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
Bee Network app
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £6.10
To the city centre
Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use contactless tap and go on Bee Network buses and trams for capped fares. Always use the same card or device for every tap.
- The Bee Network app is the official app for journey planning, live departures and buying tram and bus tickets.
Trains from Bristol to Manchester
CrossCountry Trains operate direct rail connections between Bristol and Manchester. Daily departures begin around 7:00 a.m. continuing with hourly services until around 7:00 p.m. Additional later connections are available with the same company, requiring a change at Birmingham New Street Station. The journey time for direct trains is three hours and about 30 minutes more for indirect routes. Sunday services are less frequent, with no direct trains from Bristol to Manchester until 1:00 p.m. Trains leave from Bristol Temple Meads Station, south of the city centre, arriving at Piccadilly Station in the heart of Manchester.
FAQs: Bristol to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Bristol to Manchester covers a distance of 227 km and takes approximately 2h 44m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Manchester is 227 km.
The first train from Bristol to Manchester leaves at 3:40.
The last train from Bristol to Manchester departs at 23:36.
Trains from Bristol to Manchester run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Manchester. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Manchester.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Manchester is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Booking trains from Bristol to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Manchester offers a varied landscape, including glimpses of the rolling countryside, charming towns, and stretches of rural scenery, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Manchester
Most Bristol to Manchester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min
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.
RedlandRedland station, South Road, Redland, Bristol, City of, BS6 6QP
City-centre transport
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus72 · 6m · £4 · every ~8 min
72 · 12m · £4 · every ~8 min
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Manchester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester Piccadilly. Some services arrive at Manchester Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
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.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Bristol
More options for your journey from Bristol to Manchester
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Manchester and Bristol
Most popular train connections to Manchester
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
