4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€76
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 23
21
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 21 trains from Bristol to Manchester, including 10 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
G00928 · G009348:33 PM3h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:13 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€361One-way1 transfer- G00735 · G009187:33 PM3h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€411One-way1 transfer
- G6673511:00 AM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€531One-way0 transfers
- G6673010:00 AM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€601One-way0 transfers
- G008833:00 PM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)5:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€601One-way0 transfers
- G667218:01 AM2h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1451One-way0 transfers
- G008549:00 AM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€751One-way0 transfers
- G0086512:00 PM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1421One-way0 transfers
- G6673010:00 AM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€601One-way0 transfers
- G6673511:00 AM2h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 227 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Manchester:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Manchester costing on average €72.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
Live departures
Bristol to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00854 | Delayed 7:59 AM 9:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G15014+ G38999 | On time 3:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 8:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00888 | On time 4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 6:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| V13543 · W34632+G38999 | On time 4:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 8:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00894 | On time 5:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 7:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15502+G38959 | On time 5:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 9:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G00723+ W34288 · C01361 · W34024 | On time 5:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h32 | 9:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
| G15018+G39004 | On time 5:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h24 | 10:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66779 · G00901 | On time 6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h29 | 9:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G15527 · G14941+G39004 | On time 6:10 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h11 | 10:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00730+W34083+G39004 | On time 6:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 10:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00908 · G00912 | On time 6:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 10:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G15504+Y62764 | On time 7:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h09 | 11:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| C47821+G38945 | 5:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 10:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66716 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34663+G38947 | 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h06 | 11:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G15000+G38967 | 7:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 12:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66721 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h58 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15526 · G14933+G38967 | 8:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 12:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00854 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66730 | 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66735 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 1:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15496+G38953 | 11:29 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h44 | 3:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G15007+G38983 | 11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 4:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00865 | 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 2:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C48896 · G14939+G38983 | 12:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 4:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00872 | 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 3:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00876 | 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 4:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00883 | 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 5:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Manchester by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Why should you book Bristol to Manchester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Manchester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Bristol to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bristol and Manchester from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Manchester
Most Bristol to Manchester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland 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 Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: 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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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 Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
More options for your journey from Bristol to Manchester
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Manchester and Bristol
Most popular train connections to Manchester
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
