What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £12 - £26 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester is 172 miles. The road distance is 166.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £75 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2h 59m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester bus from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester train from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester bus arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester train arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Can I share a ride from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 59m
£75–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Manchesterrideshare 165.5 mi
3h 44m
£12–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
5h 6m
£22–33
Drive 166 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchestercar 166 mi
2h 57m
£42–60
Fly Bristol Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
4h 48m
£54–149
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 26m
£59–105
Fly Bristol Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 44m
£61–175
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 23m
£117–379

Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester by train

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £20–30 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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