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G0088816:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)18:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes- G0087213:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
- G0087614:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
- G0088315:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
- G00928 · G0093420:333h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£251One-way1 change
- G667218:012h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£681One-way0 changes
- G0088816:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)18:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
- G0086512:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1281One-way0 changes
- G0087213:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
- G0087614:002h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Manchester
The cheapest option from Bristol to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £16. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 227 km
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£54 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bristol to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G66721 | On time 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h58 | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G38967+ G14933 · G15526 | Delayed 8:08 8:08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00854 | On time 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38950+C48821 | Delayed 9:07 9:28Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h45 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G66730 | On time 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66735 | On time 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 13:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38953+G15496 | Delayed 11:08 11:29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h44 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G01069+G38953+ C01372 | On time 11:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G38983+G15007 | Delayed 12:08 11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00865 | On time 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Manchester
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Bristol to Manchester, including 3 direct trains, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 3:40 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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.
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.
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.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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