Trains from Bristol to Manchester from $19.13*

Trains from Bristol to Manchester from $19.13*

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Bristol to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bristol to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $19.13, with average prices for this route around $80.41.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Sep 19
    Thu
    From $27.10
  • Sep 20
    Fri
    From $27.10
  • Sep 21
    Sat
    From $27.10
  • Sep 22
    Sun
    From $27.10
  • Sep 23
    Mon
    From $27.10
  • Sep 24
    Tue
    From $27.10
  • Sep 25
    Wed
    From $19.13
  • 12:07
    Bristol Parkway
    16:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    4h 11m, Changes required
    Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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  • 12:09
    Bristol Parkway
    14:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    2h 50m, Direct
    CrossCountry
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  • 12:35
    Bristol Temple Meads
    15:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    3h 9m, Changes required
    CrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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  • 12:44
    Bristol Parkway
    16:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    3h 34m, Changes required
    CrossCountryAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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  • 13:09
    Bristol Parkway
    15:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    2h 50m, Direct
    CrossCountry
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  • 13:34
    Bristol Parkway
    17:18
    Paris
    3h 44m, Changes required
    Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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Bristol to Manchester Train Route Details

The Bristol to Manchester train ticket is from $19.13. The average travel time is 2h 50m, covering a distance of approximately 219 mile. There are usually 57 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Avanti West Coast,Transport for Wales. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:24
Last train
Last train
21:26
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 50m
Distance
Distance
219 mile
Price
Price
$19.13*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Bristol to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Bristol to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

Take a look at the basic information from Bristol to Manchester, departing from Bristol Parkway. It takes approximately 2h 50m to arrive at Manchester Piccadilly.

Book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Manchester

Finding cheap train tickets from Bristol to Manchester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Bristol to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Bristol to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.