The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bristol takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol. 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 3 hours between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport (MAN) station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bristol is 213.4 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m.