How much is the train ticket from London to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Bristol start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Bristol?

The average train trip from London to Bristol takes 1h 43m and covers 157 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Bristol route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 66 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bristol?

The earliest train from London to Bristol departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Train London to Bristol from $51

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	1h 35m	4:35pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	4:18pm	London Paddington	1h 8m	5:26pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:12am	London Paddington	1h 21m	8:33am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	1h 35m	4:35pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	4:18pm	London Paddington	1h 8m	5:26pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:12am	London Paddington	1h 21m	8:33am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	1h 35m	4:35pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	4:18pm	London Paddington	1h 8m	5:26pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:12am	London Paddington	1h 21m	8:33am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 35m	8:35am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	7:48am	London Paddington	1h 13m	9:01am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 35m	8:35am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:30am	London Paddington	1h 28m	8:58am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:30am	London Paddington	1h 28m	8:58am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:02am	London Paddington	1h 30m	9:32am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	4:45pm	London Paddington	1h 14m	5:59pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	8:02am	London Paddington	1h 30m	9:32am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:33am	London Paddington	1h 21m	9:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:33am	London Paddington	1h 21m	9:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	1h 35m	4:35pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	4:18pm	London Paddington	1h 8m	5:26pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:12am	London Paddington	1h 21m	8:33am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Bristol on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	London Paddington	1h 57m	4:57pm	Redland	Cheapest
Train	4:18pm	London Paddington	1h 8m	5:26pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	London Paddington	1h 36m	8:36am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:12am	London Paddington	1h 21m	8:33am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:10 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

171 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $111	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $421	Average Duration1h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $42	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Bristol?

London

A
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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B
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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C
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $53

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Bristol by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Bristol start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Bristol?
The average train trip from London to Bristol takes 1h 43m and covers 157 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Bristol route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 66 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bristol?
The earliest train from London to Bristol departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

$90

12-01

$92

Today

$91

12-03

$92

12-04

$89

12-05

$89

12-06

$78

12-07

$90

The cheapest trip from London to Bristol was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $78 to $400 for a train ticket from London to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-06.