Manchester to Bridlington train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bridlington

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£85

Average price

£86

Fastest journey

3 h 39 m

Average duration

3 h 50 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bridlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Bridlington will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Bridlington every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.

TransPennine Express
08:384h01
Manchester
12:39Bridlington
£851One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
08:003h39
Manchester
11:39Bridlington
£861One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Manchester to Bridlington train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bridlington trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
08:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h55
11:40 Bridlington station (BDT)
1 change
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On time
09:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h55
12:40 Bridlington station (BDT)
1 change
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On time
10:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h55
13:40 Bridlington station (BDT)
1 change
transpennine_expressC26905+northern_railY02214
On time
11:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h55
14:40 Bridlington station (BDT)
1 change
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On time
12:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h55
15:40 Bridlington station (BDT)
1 change
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On time
13:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h37
16:39 Bridlington station (BDT)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Bridlington

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Trains from Manchester to Bridlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 51m.

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
Distance
150 km
Average train duration
2h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 51m
First train
03:45
Last train
21:57
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

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Bridlington trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Bridlington from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£51
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£85
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£49
first_transpennine_express frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Bridlington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bridlington 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 Bridlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Most visitors find that spending two to three days in Bridlington allows enough time to explore its sandy beaches, enjoy the historic harbour, and visit local attractions like the Bridlington Spa and Sewerby Hall and Gardens.
The train distance from Manchester to Bridlington is 150 km.
Booking trains from Manchester to Bridlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Manchester to Bridlington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Manchester to Bridlington covers a distance of 150 km and takes approximately 2h 51m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Bridlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The first train from Manchester to Bridlington leaves at 3:45.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bridlington is by train, costing approximately £51.
The last train from Manchester to Bridlington departs at 21:57.
The train journey from Manchester to Bridlington offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Pennines, picturesque countryside, and charming villages, making it a pleasant and somewhat scenic route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Bridlington is Manchester Victoria (MCV), and it arrives at Bridlington station (BDT).
Trains from Manchester to Bridlington run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Bridlington.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Bridlington.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Bridlington.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Bridlington.
A day trip from Manchester to Bridlington is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 51m. Trains are available 5 times per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bridlington

Manchester
Bridlington
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 Bridlington.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
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)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
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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