What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria is to rideshare which costs £12 - £26 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Manchester Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Manchester Victoria?

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 to Manchester Victoria?

The distance between Bristol and Manchester Victoria is 173 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

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 to Manchester Victoria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Manchester Victoria train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

The best way to get from Bristol to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Bristol to Manchester Victoria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Manchester Victoria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Manchester Victoria is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Bristol to Manchester Victoria.

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

Book your Bristol to Manchester Victoria train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Manchester Victoria bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester Victoria?

There are 3634+ hotels available in Manchester Victoria.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Manchester Victoria?

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

Bristol to Manchester Victoria - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 18m
£90–130
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Manchesterrideshare 165.5 mi
3h 41m
£12–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
4h
£17–28
Fly from Bristol Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
5h 16m
£51–140
Train via Printworks
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 29m
£93–128
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
5h 33m
£34–86
Drive 165.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Manchester Victoriacar 165.7 mi
2h 55m
£41–59
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 59m
£109–254

Bristol to Manchester Victoria by train and foot

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Manchester Victoria, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 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 £17–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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