Manchester to Bristol Train
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Manchester to Bristol by train
The journey from Manchester to Bristol by train is 140.94 mi and takes 3 hr 50 min. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:11 AM and the last at 8:25 PM. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Bristol by train for as little as $43.94 or as much as $382.87. The best price for this journey is $43.94.
| Lowest Price | $43.94 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hr 50 min |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast 19 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast $43.94 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast $382.87 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast 5:11 AM |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast 8:25 PM |
| Distance | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast 140.94 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast Manchester |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast Bristol |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast |
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bristol
The cheapest Manchester - Bristol train tickets can be found for as low as $49.67 if you’re lucky, or $61.43 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $81.55.
Find the best day to travel to Bristol by train
When travelling to Bristol by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Manchester to Bristol
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Bristol by train.
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Manchester to Bristol CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
15.88kg
Bus
17.01kg
Flight
45.36kg
Car
36.29kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Bristol by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Bristol are 15.88kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Bristol? By taking the train between Manchester and Bristol you will save 29.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.13kg compared to a bus and 20.41kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Bristol?
A train ticket from Manchester to Bristol is $137.82. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $43.94.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Bristol?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Bristol is $43.94. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Bristol by train?
Manchester to Bristol is 140.94 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Bristol take?
Manchester to Bristol is on average 3 hr 50 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 4 min.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Bristol?
The train journey from Manchester to Bristol is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Bristol?
Manchester to Bristol has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Bristol leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Bristol departs at 5:11 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Bristol depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Bristol departs at 8:25 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Bristol in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $43.94 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Manchester to Bristol?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to Bristol.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Bristol by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Bristol is 3 hr 4 min.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Bristol?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Bristol.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Bristol by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Bristol creates 15.88kg of CO2 emissions.