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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Manchester Piccadilly | Bristol Parkway | Cheapest | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Bristol Parkway | Fastest | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Bristol Parkway | No tags | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Bristol Parkway | No tags | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Bristol Parkway | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Bristol
Busbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to BristolAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Manchester to Bristol: Trip Overview
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Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Flixbus Manchester Bristol recent customer reviews
Driver was brilliant; informative, polite, helpful and efficient. The bus was clean and cool, an enjoyable journey after a challenging day, thank you, Jo
Jo F.
The bus didn't arrive. I was there 15 minutes early and gave up an hour and a half later.
Luke T.
Toilet was blocked. The driver allowed us to use the toilets at Stoke service station, the driver drove off with mine and 6 others belongs. Spent 2 hours on the phone with customer service to be told that the driver would stop however he didn’t stop. I have used megabus previously and had many okay trips with them. HOWEVER THIS WAS THE WORST. I gave megabus the benefit of the doubt many times but this has made me decide to go with national express instead. Very disappointed considering I value megabus. Have lots more to say but not enough time to say.
Daniel H.
Manchester to Bristol Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Bristol
How much does a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bristol cost?
The average train ticket price from Manchester to Bristol is US$92. 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!
How long is the train trip from Manchester to Bristol?
A train trip between Manchester and Bristol is around 3h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 141 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Manchester and Bristol?
The number of trains from Manchester to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23. 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.
Which train companies travel from Manchester to Bristol?
When taking the train from Manchester to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bristol was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$69To 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.
You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$384 for a train ticket from Manchester to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69, which is on 2025-08-27.
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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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