Train from Bristol to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to London on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bristol Parkway
London PaddingtonCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bristol Parkway
London PaddingtonFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bristol Temple Meads
London PaddingtonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bristol Temple Meads
London PaddingtonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Bristol Parkway
London PaddingtonNo 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$11 - $116Average Duration2h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$53 - $421Average Duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$12 - $44Average Duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bristol to London route?

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

  4. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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