How much is the train ticket from York to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from York to Bristol start from R 855. The average price for this train route is around R 4 182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from York to Bristol?

The average train journey time from York to Bristol is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the York to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 17 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from York to Bristol departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:42.

Train York to Bristol from R 798

Next train departures

Next departures from York to Bristol on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:44	York	4h 36m	20:20	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:45	York	4h 35m	12:20	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	15:44	York	4h 36m	20:20	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:44	York	4h 36m	20:20	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	16:42	York	4h 38m	21:20	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from York to Bristol on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:34	York	4h 47m	15:21	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:42	York	4h 40m	20:22	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	10:34	York	4h 47m	15:21	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	10:34	York	4h 47m	15:21	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:42	York	4h 40m	20:22	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:19 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from York 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 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage duration

297 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 439 - R 566	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 855 - R 9 990	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 508 - R 508	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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 R 855

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from York to Bristol by train

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

How much is the train ticket from York to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from York to Bristol start from R 855. The average price for this train route is around R 4 182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from York to Bristol?
The average train journey time from York to Bristol is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the York to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Bristol?
The earliest train from York to Bristol departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 2 077

11/12

R 1 455

Today

R 2 039

13/12

R 1 660

14/12

R 1 660

15/12

No data

16/12

R 1 011

17/12

R 1 466

The cheapest trip from York to Bristol was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 011

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 011 to R 9 511 for a train ticket from York to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 011, which is on 2025-12-16.