How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Bristol cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Bristol is £52. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Bristol?

A train trip between London and Bristol is around 1h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 8m. This is the time it takes to travel the 107 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between London and Bristol?

The number of trains from London to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 68. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Bristol?

When taking the train from London to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Bristol?

Trains travelling between London and Bristol leave from King's Cross or St Pancras International and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station, Filton.

Train London to Bristol from £28

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Bristol on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	London Paddington	1h 28m	08:58	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:48	London Paddington	1h 13m	09:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:30	London Paddington	1h 28m	08:58	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:02	London Paddington	1h 30m	09:32	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:45	London Paddington	1h 14m	17:59	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:02	London Paddington	1h 30m	09:32	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	08:33	London Paddington	1h 21m	09:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:33	London Paddington	1h 21m	09:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

106 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £60	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £229	Average duration1h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £25	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 Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £29

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Bristol by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Bristol cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Bristol is £52. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from London to Bristol?
A train trip between London and Bristol is around 1h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 8m. This is the time it takes to travel the 107 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and Bristol?
The number of trains from London to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 68. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Bristol?
When taking the train from London to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Bristol?
Trains travelling between London and Bristol leave from King's Cross or St Pancras International and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station, Filton.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

£49

01/12

£50

Today

£50

03/12

£49

04/12

£49

05/12

£49

06/12

£42

07/12

£49

The cheapest trip from London to Bristol was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £42

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 £42 to £217 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 £42, which is on 2025-12-06.