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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Bradford-on-Avon and Manchester. The average train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester takes 5 hours and 17 minutes, but some Great Western Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 148 mi (238 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 47m |
| Lowest price | $63.04 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester?
Great Western Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 16 | 5h 17m | $120.87 |
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester start from $63, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Manchester. Great Western Railway + Connections in Bradford-on-Avon leaves from St Margaret's Street . And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Piccadilly and one other train station.
From Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 5 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 47 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Great Western Railway + Connections offers 16 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Bradford-on-Avon and Manchester is approximately 148 miles, or 238 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 47 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bradford-on-Avon to Manchester. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bradford-on-Avon at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Bradford-on-Avon.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bradford-on-Avon?
Main departure station: Bradford-on-Avon Station
There is one train station in Bradford-on-Avon.
All train stations in Bradford-on-Avon:
Bradford-on-Avon Station
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Manchester Piccadilly
As the city's main train station, Manchester Piccadilly receives regular trains from London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Liverpool. It has 14 platforms, with platforms 13 and 14 positioned away from the main concourse and accessed via a moving walkway. The mezzanine level contains a variety of shops and food outlets. Travelers can also access Metrolink trams on the Blue, Yellow, and Purple lines by descending into the lower level. The area around the station hosts plenty of parking, several hotels, and a variety of food options.
Train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Airport
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