11:333h19Bristol14:52Manchester Airport£491One-way0 changes
9:004h44Bristol13:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
9:284h16Bristol13:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
7:385h06Bristol12:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
8:003h36Bristol11:36Manchester Airport£581One-way0 changes
11:333h19Bristol14:52Manchester Airport£491One-way0 changes
8:003h36Bristol11:36Manchester Airport£581One-way0 changes
9:284h16Bristol13:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
9:004h44Bristol13:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
7:385h06Bristol12:44Manchester Airport£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Manchester Airport
The cheapest option from Bristol to Manchester Airport is coach, with an average price of £16. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester Airport among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 213 km
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£47 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:38 Bristol | 5h06 | 12:44 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Bristol | 3h36 | 11:36 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Bristol | 4h44 | 13:44 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:28 Bristol | 4h16 | 13:44 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:33 Bristol | 3h19 | 14:52 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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Why should you book Bristol to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
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 or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Manchester Airport
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Bristol to Manchester Airport, including direct trains, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 14:09. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Lowest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 14:09 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Bristol to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Manchester Airport from £10. 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 to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 and Manchester Airport
Most Bristol to Manchester Airport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol 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.
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.
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