What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Salford?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Salford is to bus which costs £9 - £26 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Salford?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Salford is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Bristol to Salford?

The distance between Bristol and Salford is 172 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Salford without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Salford without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Salford?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2h 59m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Salford bus from?

Bristol to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Salford train from?

Bristol to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Salford?

The best way to get from Bristol to Salford is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £26 and takes 3h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Bristol to Salford bus arrive?

Bristol to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bristol to Salford train arrive?

Bristol to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Salford is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Bristol to Salford.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Salford?

Book your Bristol to Salford train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Salford?

Book your Bristol to Salford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3645+ hotels available in Salford.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Salford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Salford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Salford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bristol to Salford by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 59m
£23–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeUk071
3h 50m
£9–26
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Manchester165.4 mi
3h 28m
£12–26
Fly
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
4h 56m
£61–137
Bus via Salford Shopping Centre
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
4h 25m
£9–26
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Salford165.1 mi
2h 52m
£41–59

Bristol to Salford by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Salford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £23–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–26 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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