How much is the train ticket from London to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Bristol start from R 637. The average price for this train route is around R 1 167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Bristol?

The average train journey time from London to Bristol is 1h 43m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 69 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from London to Bristol departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

Train London to Bristol from R 615

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Bristol on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 57m	16:57	Redland	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:48	London Paddington	1h 13m	09:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	08:35	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:30	London Paddington	1h 28m	08:58	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:30	London Paddington	1h 28m	08:58	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	London Paddington	1h 27m	09:20	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	17:45	London Paddington	1h 14m	18:59	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:53	London Paddington	1h 27m	09:20	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:59	London Paddington	1h 35m	09:34	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:59	London Paddington	1h 35m	09:34	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	London Paddington	1h 35m	16:35	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Bristol on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	1h 8m	17:26	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	London Paddington	1h 36m	08:36	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:12	London Paddington	1h 21m	08:33	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:29	London Paddington	1h 28m	08:57	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 R 190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

171 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 101 - R 1 334	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 637 - R 5 123	Average duration1h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 190 - R 503	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

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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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

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 R 637

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London 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 London to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Bristol start from R 637. The average price for this train route is around R 1 167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Bristol?
The average train journey time from London to Bristol is 1h 43m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 69 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bristol?
The earliest train from London to Bristol departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 1 108

10/12

R 1 008

Today

R 1 023

12/12

R 1 113

13/12

R 946

14/12

R 1 100

15/12

R 1 100

16/12

R 1 089

The cheapest trip from London to Bristol was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 946

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

You can expect to pay from R 946 to R 4 896 for a train ticket from London to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 946, which is on 2025-12-13.