The average train between Manchester and Bridgwater takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Bridgwater. 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 Bridgwater. 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 Bridgwater at 9:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bridgwater. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bridgwater station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Manchester to Bridgwater train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Bridgwater train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bridgwater station.
Book your Manchester to Bridgwater train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Manchester and Bridgwater is 266.7 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgwater via Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 22m.