The average train between Manchester and Bridgend takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Bridgend. 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 Manchester and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 11:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bridgend station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.
Manchester to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.
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The distance between Manchester and Bridgend is 237.6 km. The road distance is 304 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgend every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 39m.