The average train between Melksham and Manchester takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham 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 5 times a day between Melksham and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Manchester at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Chippenham and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Melksham 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 Melksham to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Melksham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Melksham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Melksham and Manchester is 234.5 km. The road distance is 278 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m.