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Find the best prices from Manchester to Bridgend

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Bridgend, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

BHD 9.330

Mon10Nov

BHD 9.330

Tue11Nov

BHD 9.330

Wed12Nov

BHD 9.330

Thu13Nov

BHD 7.520

Fri14Nov

BHD 9.330

Sat15Nov

BHD 9.330

Sun16Nov

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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

Manchester to Bridgend Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Bridgend? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 7.520, with average prices for this route around BHD 9.760.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:30 3h 35m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	15:05 Bridgend	Find Tickets
12:30 3h 55m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	16:25 Bridgend	Find Tickets
13:30 3h 35m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	17:05 Bridgend	Find Tickets
14:30 3h 48m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	18:18 Bridgend	Find Tickets
15:30 3h 36m, Direct Manchester Piccadilly	19:06 Bridgend	Find Tickets
16:30 3h 48m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	20:18 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Bridgend Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Bridgend

Journey time

3h 31m

Distance

238 km

Price

BHD 7.520*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bridgend

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Bridgend can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester to Bridgend, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Bridgend ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester to Bridgend train ticket types

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