Trains to Bristol

Britain’s jewel of the south west is a vibrant metropolis full of world famous street art, unrivalled culture and a truly unique maritime history. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, book trains to Bristol with GWR, pay no booking fees and pick up Nectar points too.

Popular routes to Bristol

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Where do GWR trains to Bristol arrive and depart?

GWR trains arrive and depart from both the centrally located Bristol Temple Meads station and from Bristol Parkway.

Bristol Temple Meads station is just a short walk from the town centre whilst Bristol Parkway lies further to the north of city.

Which train services run direct to Bristol?

Trains from a number of major cities such as London, Bath and Cardiff run directly to Bristol’s main station, Bristol Temple Meads.

Trains from London also run directly to Bristol Parkway station as well as services from Reading and Weston-super-Mare, and cities further north such as Manchester and Edinburgh.

When is the best time to travel to Bristol by train?

By travelling off peak, you will be able to avoid the busiest train services as well as book cheaper tickets.

Avoiding weekday commuter times or travelling at the weekend will allow you to travel on less crowded trains to Bristol.

Train tickets to Bristol

Booking Bristol train tickets needn’t break the bank. Take a look at our money saving ticket options below to make sure you get the best deal for your journey.

Advance Tickets

Buy your tickets in advance to find the lowest fares

Travel Off-Peak

Travel outside of peak time or consider our Super Off-Peak options

Group Tickets

Get a third off adult tickets when traveling in groups

Railcards

Buy with Railcards to make big savings

Helpful travel information

Can I arrange assisted train travel?

Services for older and disabled passengers.

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Can I travel with a bike?

You can take your bike with you on the train if you have made a reservation.

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Where can I find train travel updates?

Check changes that might affect your journey. Get real-time information for trains on our network.

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