What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Samlesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Samlesbury. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Potter Lane via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Samlesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Samlesbury. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Bristol to Samlesbury?

The distance between Bristol and Samlesbury is 204 miles. The road distance is 189.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Samlesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £100 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Samlesbury?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Bristol to Samlesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Samlesbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Samlesbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Samlesbury?

The best way to get from Bristol to Samlesbury is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Bristol to Samlesbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Samlesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Samlesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Samlesbury is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Bristol to Samlesbury.

Where can I stay near Samlesbury?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Samlesbury.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Samlesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 7m
£102–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 25m
£24–37
Drive 188.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Samlesburycar 188.5 mi
3h 4m
£47–67
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 13m
£89–132
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
6h 55m
£44–104

Bristol to Samlesbury by train and bus

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Samlesbury, 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, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Potter Lane via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Preston Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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