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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bristol is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester and arriving at Bristol Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Levenshulme and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Bristol?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Bristol is 167 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bristol without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs £19 - £29.

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

The bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Station takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bristol bus from?

Greater Manchester to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

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

Greater Manchester to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stockport station.

Train, bus or fly from Greater Manchester to Bristol?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bristol is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 4h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bristol bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Bristol is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Greater Manchester to Bristol.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2535+ hotels available in Bristol.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Bristol by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
3h 30m
£19–29
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 25m
£73–114
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Bristolcar 165.8 mi
2h 48m
£41–59
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
5h 17m
£57–142
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
5h 52m
£63–166

Greater Manchester to Bristol by bus

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Stockport to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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