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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bridge of Allan
Showing times and prices for 03 Jun
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
317 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bridge of Allan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bridge of Allan will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester to Bridge of Allan you need to make at least one change.
6:264h07Manchester10:33Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change- 8:244h03Manchester12:27Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
- 10:244h07Manchester14:31Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
- 12:244h07Manchester16:31Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
- 14:244h09Manchester18:33Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
9:533h50Manchester13:43Bridge Of Allan£1781One-way2 changes- 14:533h50Manchester18:43Bridge Of Allan£1781One-way2 changes
- 16:533h52Manchester20:45Bridge Of Allan£1781One-way2 changes
- 8:244h03Manchester12:27Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
- 6:264h07Manchester10:33Bridge Of Allan£1041One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Bridge of Allan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bridge of Allan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 317 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£149 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Bridge of Allan train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bridge of Allan trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:24 Manchester | 4h07 | 14:31 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 11:24 Manchester | 4h21 | 15:45 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 12:24 Manchester | 4h07 | 16:31 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 13:24 Manchester | 4h19 | 17:43 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 14:24 Manchester | 4h09 | 18:33 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Manchester | 3h50 | 18:43 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 16:25 Manchester | 4h10 | 20:35 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Manchester | 3h52 | 20:45 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 17:53 Manchester | 4h19 | 22:12 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 18:24 Manchester | 4h04 | 22:28 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 18:53 Manchester | 4h50 | 23:43 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 19:53 Manchester | 4h15 | 0:08 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 20:25 Manchester | 4h10 | 0:35 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
| 5:52 Manchester | 4h54 | 10:46 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 6:26 Manchester | 4h07 | 10:33 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 7:25 Manchester | 4h19 | 11:44 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
| 8:24 Manchester | 4h03 | 12:27 Bridge Of Allan | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Manchester | 3h50 | 13:43 Bridge Of Allan | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bridge of Allan
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Trains from Manchester to Bridge of Allan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 3h 50m.
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 £38
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 18:53 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 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 £38
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Bridge of Allan trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Bridge of Allan from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
£104
TransPennine Express frequency
10 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£178
Northern Trains Limited frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Manchester to Bridge of Allan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bridge of Allan 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 Bridge of Allan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Bridge of Allan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £104, while the average price tends to be around £149.
The train journey from Manchester to Bridge of Allan covers a distance of 317 km and takes approximately 3h 50m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Bridge of Allan is 317 km.
The first train from Manchester to Bridge of Allan leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Manchester to Bridge of Allan departs at 18:53.
Trains from Manchester to Bridge of Allan run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Bridge of Allan.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Bridge of Allan.
To get from Manchester to Bridge of Allan, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Bridge of Allan.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Bridge of Allan is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Bridge of Allan station (BEA).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bridge of Allan is by coach, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Manchester to Bridge of Allan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Bridge of Allan offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of southern Scotland. Passengers can enjoy sights of lush countryside, charming villages, and historic architecture along the route.
A day trip from Manchester to Bridge of Allan is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 50m and the distance of 317 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
To enjoy the key attractions of Bridge of Allan, a stay of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Bridge of Allan.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bridge of Allan
Manchester
Bridge of Allan
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Bridge of Allan.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
The major train station for arrivals in Bridge of Allan is Bridge of Allan. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridge of Allan for your journey to Bridge of Allan from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
LoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Bridge of Allan
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bridge above the station on Henderson Street.
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