Bridgwater to Manchester by train

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Overview: trains from Bridgwater to Manchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bridgwater to Manchester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:24 View journey
Last train 22:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 266
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey CA$95.55 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 1m
Train operators 7

From Bridgwater to Manchester by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Bridgwater to Manchester by train. With 34 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Bridgwater to Manchester

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Bridgwater to Manchester:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$95.55

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Bridgwater to Manchester

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Bridgwater to Manchester:

  • 05:24 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:57 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:40 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:48 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 15 minutes from Bridgwater toward Manchester.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 34 trains serving this route each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Bridgwater to Manchester?

On this route spanning 266 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 50 minutes.

When do tickets between Bridgwater and Manchester go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Bridgwater and Manchester 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Bridgwater to Manchester travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Manchester.

FAQs about the train journey from Bridgwater to Manchester

Want to know more about your journey from Bridgwater to Manchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Bridgwater to Manchester is 266 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.