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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Bristol
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 845, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Bristol?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Bristol
- AMarlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK
Train Companies
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 1 251
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Bristol start from R 1 251. The average price for this train route is around R 5 925. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Bristol is 6h 16m, covering a distance of 496 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Bristol?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Bristol departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 17:08.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Bristol was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 192To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Bristol as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 192 to R 11 669 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 192, which is on 2025-12-15.
