4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brentford to Bristol
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brentford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brentford to Bristol will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brentford for Bristol on Sun, Nov 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 159 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€55 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brentford to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Brentford to Bristol trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L52047 · L48681+G04790 | On time 7:23 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h39 | 10:02 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L52052 · L48690+G04791 | On time 7:53 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h42 | 10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L52056 · L48699+G04792 | On time 8:23 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h37 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L52062 · L48708+G04793 | On time 8:53 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h42 | 11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L52066 · L48717+G04794 | On time 9:25 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h35 | 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L52072 · L48726+G04795 | On time 9:53 AM Brentford station (BFD) | 2h42 | 12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brentford to Bristol
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Trains from Brentford to Bristol run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 22:20 |
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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating available on the platform.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Hounslow: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SK To Kew Bridge: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SM
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- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is no waiting room but seating is available at the station.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Brentford: Kew Bridge Road (A315) Bus Stop S To Barnes: Chiswick High Road (A205) Bus Stop X in front of station
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
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