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

The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Bristol start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Bristol is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 21m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Portsmouth to Bristol departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:28.

Train Portsmouth to Bristol from £21

Next train departures

Next departures from Portsmouth to Bristol on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:14	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 31m	14:45	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:14	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 22m	18:36	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	09:14	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 33m	11:47	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	10:13	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 33m	12:46	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	11:14	Portsmouth and Southsea	2h 36m	13:50	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 15:23 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Portsmouth 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 £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

79 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £65	Average duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£22 - £66	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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 £22

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Bristol start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Bristol is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 21m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Bristol?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Bristol departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:28.

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

£32

28/11

£65

Today

£35

30/11

£29

01/12

£21

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The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Bristol was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £65 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-01.