How much does a train ticket from Manchester to Bristol cost?

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Bristol is $112. The best way to find train tickets from Manchester to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Manchester to Bristol?

A train trip between Manchester and Bristol is around 3h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 141 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Manchester and Bristol?

The number of trains from Manchester to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Manchester to Bristol?

When taking the train from Manchester to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol Aquarium, Old City.

Train Manchester to Bristol from $37

Next departures

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:25pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 45m	9:10pm	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
10:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	2:10pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
10:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	2:10pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags
12:25pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 45m	4:10pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags
12:25pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 45m	4:10pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:03pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 56m	5:59pm	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:03pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	7:58pm	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	11:57am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	11:57am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	11:57am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 58m	10:01am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	9:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 54m	10:57am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	9:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 55m	10:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bristol on October 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:03pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 52m	7:55pm	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
3:03pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 51m	5:54pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 12m	11:38am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 12m	11:38am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
9:27am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 11m	12:38pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:43 AM BST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Bristol.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $68	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$39 - $411	Average Duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $42	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Bristol

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Manchester to Bristol: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$112

Average train trip duration3h 4m

Number of daily trains24

Earliest train departure7:03am

Distance136 miles (219 km)

Latest train departure8:25pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/543 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi4.1

Based on 43 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Manchester to Bristol Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Manchester to Bristol from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Bristol from Manchester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Bristol?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Filton

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Bristol

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/03

$105

10/04

$165

Today

$123

10/06

$165

10/07

$79

10/08

$79

10/09

$70

10/10

$70

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bristol was searched and found on Oct 9, 2025 with a price of $70

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $70 to $387 for a train ticket from Manchester to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-10-09.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bristol you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Manchester and Bristol, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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