The train between Bristol and Eccles takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Eccles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Bristol and Eccles. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Eccles at 8:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Eccles station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Bristol to Eccles train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Eccles train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bristol to Eccles train tickets online with Cross Country and Metrolink.
The distance between Bristol and Eccles is 226.2 km. The road distance is 283 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.