4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bristol
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bristol will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 24 trains that leave Manchester for Bristol every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
G01018 · W2987311:253h07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£251One-way1 change- W2989515:033h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- G0116016:033h10Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:13Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- W298517:033h09Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:12Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- G011449:033h04Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- G011388:033h04Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1371One-way0 changes
- G011449:033h04Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- W2987111:033h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- W2989515:033h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- W2988213:033h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 227 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Manchester to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bristol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01138 | On time 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h04 | 11:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01005 · G01140 | On time 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 11:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01144 | On time 9:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h04 | 12:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01009 · W29862 | On time 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h07 | 12:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
 G38873+ G15012 | On time 9:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h47 | 13:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W29866 | On time 10:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 13:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01013 · W29868 | On time 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h07 | 13:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W29871 | On time 11:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 14:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01018 · W29873 | On time 11:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h07 | 14:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W29877 | On time 12:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h10 | 15:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01022 · G01148 | On time 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h08 | 15:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W29882 | On time 13:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 16:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01024 · W29884 | On time 13:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 16:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G38880+G15019 | On time 13:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h45 | 17:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01150 | On time 14:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 17:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29908 | On time 17:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 20:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01043 · W29909 | On time 17:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h07 | 20:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G38890+W35045 | On time 17:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 21:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01039 · G01166 | On time 18:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 21:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G38892+W35091 | On time 18:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h49 | 22:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01042 · G01169 | On time 19:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h17 | 22:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Manchester to Bristol trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester and Bristol from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Manchester to Bristol
CrossCountry Trains provide direct rail connections from Manchester to Bristol. Daily schedules begin early in the morning and continue with hourly departures until the final train in early evening. Additional indirect connections are possible, requiring a change at Birmingham New Street. Weekday journey times range from three hours to three hours and 30 minutes. Sunday services are less frequent and take four hours or more to reach Bristol, with all journeys involving a change at Birmingham. Trains from Manchester to Bristol depart from Piccadilly Station, located in the city centre, arriving at Bristol Temple Meads, on the southern side of central Bristol.
Manchester
Manchester has more to offer than just football. Explore the city's Art Deco collection at the Daily Express Building, go for a shop at the Northern Quarter, or take a stroll in one of the many nearby Nature Reserves.
Bristol
Bristol is a dynamic and exciting city with plenty to offer. From fine art to street art, Bristol is a hub of artistic talent and boasts an ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events with a focus on fashion, photography, and animation to name just a few. With its diverse club and live music scene, Bristol really has something for everyone.
FAQs: Manchester to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bristol
Most Manchester to Bristol trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Bristol leave from?
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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 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.
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.
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