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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Stations

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29

train journeys
per day

141

miles (227 kms)

2hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:39

first / last train

11

direct trains

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Stations is approximately 141 miles (227 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations .

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    09:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    10:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    11:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    12:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    13:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    14:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    15:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    16:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:35
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    17:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:00
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    18:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

First class tickets on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Stations

GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.