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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Bridgend | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Bridgend | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Bridgend | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Bridgend | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Bridgend | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Bridgend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bridgend. The journey takes about 4 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just €42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at €42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Bridgend by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Bridgend?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Bridgend start from €42. The average price for this train route is around €75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Bridgend?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Bridgend is 4h 3m, covering a distance of 238 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Bridgend route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Bridgend?
The earliest train from Manchester to Bridgend departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 19:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bridgend was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €63To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Bridgend as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €63 to €204 for a train ticket from Manchester to Bridgend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €63, which is on 2026-01-26.