Trains from Manchester to Bristol

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TodayApr 30
from US$71
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from US$62
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$71
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$71
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$185
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$346
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$142
Train Manchester to Bristol: Trip Overview

Train Manchester to Bristol: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$140
Average train trip duration2h 55m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure7:03 AM
Distance219 km
Latest train departure8:25 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

Manchester to Bristol Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains11
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:03AM - 8:25PM
Minimum PriceUS$62
Average Ticket PriceUS$140
Minimum Trip Duration2h51m
Average Train Trip Duration2h55m
Distance219 km
Train Companies on This RouteCrossCountry
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Bristol

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Bristol is US$140. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Manchester and Bristol is around 2h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 227 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Manchester to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Manchester to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bristol was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of US$142

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Bristol, as early as possible.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bristol you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Manchester and Bristol, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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