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Trip Overview

The average train between Bridgend and Manchester takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Bridgend 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.

3h 47m
Duration
189 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bridgend to Manchester train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bridgend and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:14 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 43m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 43m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 55m • Direct
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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 44m • Direct
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    train train 3h 45m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 4h 5m • Direct
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    train train 4h 5m • Direct
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    train train 4h 6m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 43m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 43m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 43m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bridgend 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.

Map of how to get from Bridgend to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 188.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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