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What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Bristol?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Bristol from Manchester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 30m
£7
£12
30
Train
3h 9m
£39
£86
23
Flight
3h 50m
£61
£104
27

What is the cheapest way to reach Bristol from Manchester?

You can get to Bristol with just £7 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £7
tomorrow
from £11
Monday
from £12
Tuesday
from £12
Wednesday
from £12
Thursday
from £12
Friday
from £12

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    09:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    09:20
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station
    12:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • CrossCountry
    3h 23m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:34
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £49
  • CrossCountry
    3h 9m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:20
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £49
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 33m
    0
    07:30
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    12:03
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £69

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    15:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Skyscanner
    28h 15m
    0
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £61
  • Buzz
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £76
  • Jet2.com
    5h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £83

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £39
  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £39
  • Northern
    4h 47m
    0
    05:46
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:33
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • CrossCountry
    4h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:39
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £115

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    21:45
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    03:35
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • CrossCountry
    4h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:39
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 35m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:30
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    10:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    15:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • Northern
    4h 47m
    0
    05:46
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:33
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 35m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:30
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126

What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol from Manchester in just 3h 9m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 9m
tomorrow
from 3h 50m
Monday
from 3h 18m
Tuesday
from 3h 18m
Wednesday
from 3h 28m
Thursday
from 3h 18m
Friday
from 3h 18m

    Fastest Trains today

  • CrossCountry
    3h 9m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:20
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £49
  • CrossCountry
    3h 23m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:34
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £49
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 47m
    0
    07:30
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    11:17
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £69
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    09:20
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station
    12:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    09:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £153
  • Jet2.com
    5h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £83
  • Buzz
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £76
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    15:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:40
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £39
  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £39
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 20m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:15
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £129
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 25m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:20
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £75
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 35m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:30
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 18m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    10:13
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £127
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 25m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:20
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 18m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:29
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 25m
    0
    05:55
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    09:20
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    3h 28m
    0
    05:11
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    08:39
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £50
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    16:35
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
  • megabus
    4h 25m
    0
    07:50
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:15
    Bristol
    Bond Street
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £12
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Manchester to Bristol

What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Bristol?

In Manchester, you will usually depart from Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Bristol you will be arriving at Cabot Circus, Parson Street Station or Temple Meads Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bristol from Manchester? With 9 connections between 6 Bus, Train, Flight and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Bristol, you can pay as low as £7 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Bristol in just 3h 9m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Bristol are megabus, CrossCountry and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Bristol is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Brislington, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Bristol Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Bristol?

The most popular companies between Manchester and Bristol, are megabus, CrossCountry and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: megabus, National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern and 1 more.

Airlines: Skyscanner, Buzz, Jet2.com and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Bristol

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Bristol. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Bristol

How can I reach Bristol from Manchester?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Bus, Train, Flight and Car, with which you can get to Bristol from Manchester.

How far is Bristol from Manchester?

The distance between Manchester and Bristol is 226.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Bristol?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 39 kgs, and a flight 56 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol with just £7 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bristol in just 3h 9m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Manchester and to Bristol

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Bristol. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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