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Compare bus and train for Brentford to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brentford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €54.
Distance: 159 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€54 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brentford to Bristol
Trains from Brentford to Bristol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €54 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
FAQs: Trains from Brentford to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brentford 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brentford to Bristol
Most Brentford to Bristol trains use the Brentford to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Clifton Down. Use this guide to compare Brentford and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brentford station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Brentford from Brentford city centre
Brentford train station facilities and services
Brentford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brentford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brentford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brentford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brentford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brentford: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m), 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Kew Bridge from Brentford city centre
Kew Bridge is 1 km from Brentford city centre. Public transport options include:
Kew Bridge train station facilities and services
Kew Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kew Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kew Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kew Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kew Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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