How to get from
Bristol to Manchester
Compare flights, trains, buses and more
Compare prices to get from Bristol to Manchester
€18|2h 47m
€38|9h 25m
€11|3h 20m
€25
€26
€39
€23
€18
€27
€18
€26
€27
€39
€39
€23
€23
€34
CrossCountry16:00
2h 59m
18:59
Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly
€26
Book
Direct
CrossCountry08:10
2h 49m
10:59
Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly
€198
Book
Direct
Great Western Railway00:24
7h 49m
08:13
Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly
€40
Book
1 stop
Great Western Railway17:32
3h 41m
21:13
Filton Abbey WoodManchester Piccadilly
€40
Book
1 stop
- 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 €10 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 41m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Fastest
Average price
€52
Average duration
3h 41m
Departure Time
09:50 - 16:13
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€10
Average duration
4h 40m
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 Wednesday, with an average price of €25.
€48
€36
€25
€13
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 €10.
€15
€12
€10
€8
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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 Parkway
Filton Abbey Wood
Patchway
Patchway
Ashley Down
Stapleton Road
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near Bristol
Bristol Intl. 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 Cabot Circus S4
Bristol Bond St
Bristol Bond Street
Bristol Bus Station
Bristol Colston Hall
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Manchester Shudehill Bus Station
FAQ – How to Get from Bristol to Manchester
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How far is it from Bristol to Manchester?
It’s about 221 km (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 41m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 4h 40m. -
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 €10. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €52 on avergae.Flights costs around €71 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 Intl. Airport and arrives at Manchester Airport , Trains typically departs from Bristol Parkway and arrives at Manchester Piccadilly , Buses typically departs from Bristol Cabot Circus S4 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 (Wednesday), with an average price of €25 Flights from Bristol to Manchester are usually cheapest (Thursday), with an average price of €10 . -
Are Bristol and Manchester in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Bristol and Manchester.