The average train between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Sowerby Bridge. 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 every 2 hours between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge. 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 Sowerby Bridge at 8:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Sowerby Bridge? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Sowerby Bridge station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Bristol to Sowerby Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Sowerby Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sowerby Bridge station.
Book your Bristol to Sowerby Bridge train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge is 255 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sowerby Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 18m.