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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 | Bristol Temple Meads | York | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Bristol Parkway | York | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Bristol Parkway | York | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Bristol Temple Meads | York | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to York
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £38
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to York 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 Bristol to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to York start from £38. The average price for this train route is around £192. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to York?
The average train journey time from Bristol to York is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to York route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to York?
The earliest train from Bristol to York departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 18:09.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bristol to York was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to York as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £46 to £425 for a train ticket from Bristol to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-02.
