How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Bristol start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £269. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Bristol is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 308 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Bristol departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 17:08.

Train Edinburgh to Bristol from £53

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Bristol on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Waverley	6h 17m	13:21	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:07	Waverley	6h 13m	14:20	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:07	Waverley	6h 14m	21:21	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	16:07	Waverley	6h 24m	22:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	17:07	Waverley	6h 13m	23:20	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

312 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £133	Average duration15h 23m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£56 - £543	Average duration6h 17m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£38 - £38	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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

Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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D
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, 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

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

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 £56

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Bristol 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 Edinburgh to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Bristol start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £269. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Bristol is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 308 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Bristol?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Bristol departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 17:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£77

28/11

£133

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02/12

£69

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04/12

£76

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Bristol was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £69

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

You can expect to pay from £69 to £509 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £69, which is on 2025-12-02.