Bournemouth to Bristol train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Bristol

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€66

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€85

Fastest journey on Sep 17

2 h 36 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

2 h 46 m

Trains on Sep 17

33

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bournemouth to Bristol without transferring at least once.

  • South Western RailwayL80498+Great Western RailwayG15005
    7:59 AM2h54
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    10:53 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    661One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL84932+Great Western RailwayC48896
    8:07 AM3h43
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    11:50 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    661One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL78764+Great Western RailwayG15005
    8:13 AM2h40
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    10:53 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    661One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL80064 · L84223+Great Western RailwayG15007
    8:19 AM3h34
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    11:53 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80064+Great Western RailwayG15007
    8:19 AM3h34
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    11:53 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    661One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 96 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€41

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

€32

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 30m

Average total duration

5h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bournemouth to Bristol is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Bristol:

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Bristol costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Bournemouth to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Bristol including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Bournemouth to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL78743+Great Western RailwayG150025:10 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h41
8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78743+CrossCountryG00849+Great Western RailwayG149515:10 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h26
8:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL78743 · L84452+Great Western RailwayG150025:10 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h41
8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL78869+Great Western RailwayG150025:50 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h01
8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78869 · L84452+Great Western RailwayG150025:50 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h01
8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL78869+Great Western RailwayC03032 · G14934 · G154765:50 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h38
9:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 transfers
South Western RailwayL80347_L78756+Great Western RailwayG155197:21 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h07
10:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00855+Great Western RailwayG15004 · G155197:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h58
10:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
CrossCountryG00855+Great Western RailwayG155197:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h58
10:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00855+Great Western RailwayG149557:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78760 · L84209 · L80059+Great Western RailwayG152177:33 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h17
10:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 transfers
South Western RailwayL80355_L78760 · L84209 · L80059+Great Western RailwayG152177:51 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h59
10:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 transfers
South Western RailwayL80498+Great Western RailwayG150057:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h54
10:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL84932+Great Western RailwayC488968:07 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h43
11:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78764+Great Western RailwayG150058:13 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h40
10:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80064 · L84223+Great Western RailwayG150078:19 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h34
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL80064+Great Western RailwayG150078:19 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h34
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00858+Great Western RailwayW346808:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h55
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80363_L80064 · L84223+Great Western RailwayG150078:51 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h02
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL80363_L80064+Great Western RailwayG150078:51 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h02
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80504+Great Western RailwayG150079:01 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h52
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80195+Great Western RailwayG150079:17 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h36
11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00861+Great Western RailwayW346869:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h50
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80102+Great Western RailwayG1552512:29 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h22
3:51 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00879+Great Western RailwayG1501412:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h08
3:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00879+South Western RailwayL84285+Great Western RailwayG1501412:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h08
3:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
CrossCountryG00879+Great Western RailwayG1496312:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h51
3:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80087 · L84285+Great Western RailwayG1501412:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h59
3:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL80087+Great Western RailwayG1501412:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h59
3:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer

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Great Western Railway as well as CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Bournemouth to Bristol.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bournemouth to Bristol.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, South Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Bristol.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bournemouth to Bristol.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, South Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Bristol.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Bristol.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Bristol

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Trains from Bournemouth to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 23m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13
Distance
96 km
Average train duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 23m
First train
4:30 AM
Last train
10:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Bristol from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€36
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€33
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€19
South Western Railway frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
€109
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Bristol

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Bristol by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Bristol can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bournemouth to Bristol is €41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bournemouth to Bristol is 2h 23m to travel the 96 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bournemouth to Bristol leaves at 4:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bournemouth to Bristol leaves at 10:00 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Bournemouth to Bristol which require at least one change with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Bournemouth to Bristol, you can count on Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Bristol from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bournemouth to Bristol is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Bristol including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Bristol

Most Bournemouth to Bristol trains use the Bournemouth to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bournemouth
Arrival train stations in Bristol

Which Bournemouth station do trains to Bristol leave from?

Trains from Bournemouth to Bristol leave from Bournemouth. The station is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre at Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX.
BournemouthBournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre

Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · €2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · €2 · every ~74 min

Bournemouth train station facilities and services

Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

PokesdownPokesdown station, Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DLWifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre

Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPoole - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Southampton Central, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - London Waterloo, Poole - Brockenhurst, Bournemouth - Winchester, Poole - Winchester, Weymouth - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Poole - Southampton Central · 3m · €1 · every ~4 min
Busm2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 17m · €2 · every ~58 min
m2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 18m · €2 · every ~58 min

Pokesdown train station facilities and services

Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Pokesdown: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

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