How much is the train ticket from Bristol to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to London start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Bristol to London?

The average train trip from Bristol to London takes 1h 40m and covers 164 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 13m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 61 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Bristol to London departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Train Bristol to London from $51

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:28pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	5:42pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	4:28pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	5:42pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	4:07pm	Yate	1h 35m	5:42pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Yate	1h 35m	5:42pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	4:35pm	Yate	1h 38m	6:13pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	4:41pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	7:59am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	9:12am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:29am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	8:49am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	4:41pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	7:59am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	9:12am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:29am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	8:49am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	4:41pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	7:59am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	9:12am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:29am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	8:49am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:03pm	Redland	2h 4m	8:07pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	7:59am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	9:12am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:29am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	8:49am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 35m	8:35am	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	8:58am	Bristol Parkway	1h 15m	10:13am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 35m	8:35am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:21am	Bristol Parkway	1h 23m	8:44am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:21am	Bristol Parkway	1h 23m	8:44am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 37m	9:22am	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:55am	Bristol Parkway	1h 14m	11:09am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 37m	9:22am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:30am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	9:50am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:30am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	9:50am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:03pm	Redland	2h 5m	8:08pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	7:59am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	9:12am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:00am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 29m	8:29am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:29am	Bristol Parkway	1h 20m	8:49am	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:34 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

159bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

166 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $116	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $421	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $44	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

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

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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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 WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $53

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to London start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bristol to London?
The average train trip from Bristol to London takes 1h 40m and covers 164 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 13m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 61 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to London?
The earliest train from Bristol to London departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-29

$92

11-30

$90

Today

$84

12-02

$84

12-03

$84

12-04

$84

12-05

$78

12-06

$78

The cheapest trip from Bristol to London was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $400 for a train ticket from Bristol to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-05.