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Bristol to Manchester Victoria trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Manchester Victoria takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Manchester Victoria. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 13m
Duration
171 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 11m
£77–114

Bristol to Manchester Victoria train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bristol and Manchester Victoria. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Manchester Victoria at 9:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 28m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 26m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 27m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 13m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Manchester Victoria? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 171.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Manchester Victoria, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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