The average train between Manchester and Bristol takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Bristol. 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 Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:03 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 6m. 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 Bristol station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.
Manchester to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
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The distance between Manchester and Bristol is 226.6 km. The road distance is 275 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m.