The average train between Bath and Manchester takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bath and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 4:39 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Bath to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Bath to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bath to Manchester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bath and Manchester is 234.3 km. The road distance is 293 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m.