The average train between Manchester and Bradford-on-Avon takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon. 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 and Bradford-on-Avon. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:03 PM which arrives into Bradford-on-Avon at 8:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bradford-on-Avon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Manchester and Bradford-on-Avon is 237.3 km. The road distance is 308 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h 6m.