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Bristol to Manchester
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Compare prices to get from Bristol to Manchester
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US$13|3h 20m
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CrossCountry15:00
2h 59m
17:59
Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly
US$36
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Direct
CrossCountry08:10
2h 49m
10:59
Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly
US$84
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Direct
CrossCountry14:00
2h 59m
16:59
Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly
US$31
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Direct
Great Western Railway00:59
7h 14m
08:13
Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly
US$46
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- Prices shown from Bristol to Manchester are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Bristol to Manchester
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Manchester costs only US$12 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 47m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Fastest
Average price
US$36
Average duration
3h 47m
Departure time
09:33 - 16:29
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
US$12
Average duration
4h 41m
Departure time
09:50 - 00:45
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Manchester?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Bristol to Manchester?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Bristol to Manchester is Monday, with an average price of US$31.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Bristol to Manchester by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Bristol to Manchester is Thursday, with an average price of US$12.
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From Bristol to Manchester: Travel Information
Companies operating from Bristol to Manchester
Find stations and airports near Bristol and Manchester
Popular train stations near Bristol
Bristol Temple Meads
Montpelier
Bedminster
Lawrence Hill
Redland
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near Bristol
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Nearby
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Bristol
Bristol Bond Street
Bristol Cabot Circus S4
Bristol Bond St
Bristol Bus Station
Bristol Colston Hall
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester Chorlton St
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
FAQ – How to Get from Bristol to Manchester
What’s the distance between Bristol and Manchester?
It’s about 221km (137 mi) from Bristol to Manchester.How do I get from Bristol to Manchester?
You can travel from Bristol to Manchester in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Bristol to Manchester?
The fastest way to get from Bristol to Manchester is by Trains, with an average journey time of 3h 47m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 4h 41m.What’s the cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Manchester?
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Manchester is by Buses, with an average price of US$12. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around US$36 on avergae.Flights costs around US$89 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points between Bristol and Manchester?
When traveling from Bristol to Manchester, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Bristol Airport and arrives at Manchester Airport , Trains typically departs from Bristol Temple Meads and arrives at Manchester Piccadilly , Buses typically departs from Bristol Bond Street and arrives at Manchester Central Coach Station .When should you book tickets from Bristol to Manchester to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Bristol to Manchester are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of US$31 Flights from Bristol to Manchester are usually cheapest (Thursday), with an average price of US$12 .Are Bristol and Manchester in the same time zone?
The time difference between Bristol and Manchester is 0m.