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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bristol
Showing times and prices for Jan 07
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€105
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
185 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bristol will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Bristol without transferring at least once.
P25526+
P2272809:13AM3h39
Brighton station (BTN)12:52PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€441One-way
1 transfer
P25520+P2272608:13AM3h40
Brighton station (BTN)11:53AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€901One-way
1 transfer
G84464+
Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+P22624 · P2319908:39AM3h49
Brighton station (BTN)12:28PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1141One-way
3 transfers
G84464+P30642 · P22624 · P2319908:39AM3h49
Brighton station (BTN)12:28PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1141One-way
3 transfers
P25879+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P2265408:36AM3h22
Brighton station (BTN)11:58AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1141One-way
2 transfers
P25879+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P2265408:36AM3h22
Brighton station (BTN)11:58AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1141One-way
2 transfers
P25874+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P2986008:06AM3h29
Brighton station (BTN)11:35AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1531One-way
2 transfers
P25526+P2272809:13AM3h39
Brighton station (BTN)12:52PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€441One-way
1 transfer
P25520+P2272608:13AM3h40
Brighton station (BTN)11:53AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€901One-way
1 transfer
G84464+Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+P22624 · P2319908:39AM3h49
Brighton station (BTN)12:28PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1141One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 185 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€54 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:42 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P25874+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P29860 | On time 8:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h29 | 11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| P25520+P22726 | On time 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h40 | 11:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P25879+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P22654 | On time 8:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h22 | 11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G84464+Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington+P22624 · P23199 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h49 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| G84464+P30642 · P22624 · P23199 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h49 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| P25526+P22728 | On time 9:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h39 | 12:52 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brighton to Bristol?
The best time to book your train from Brighton to Bristol is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brighton to Bristol route.
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Trains
from €28Buses
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Overview: Train from Brighton to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 3h 22m.
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 €11
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:30 |
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 €11
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southern, South Western Railway from Brighton to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, Southern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Brighton and Bristol from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
€18
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
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
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
€22
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a 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 Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
€60
South Western Railway frequency
1 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
FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Bristol can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brighton to Bristol is €86; 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 Brighton to Bristol is 3 h 19 min to travel the 185 km long journey, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Brighton to Bristol leaves at 02: 39. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Brighton to Bristol leaves at 22: 40.
There are 7 trains a day from Brighton to Bristol which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Southern or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Brighton to Bristol you can take a train with Great Western Rail, Southern or South Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Brighton and Bristol on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 40.
A trip to Bristol from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 19 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Bristol by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bristol from Brighton including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Bristol
Brighton
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Hove
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Preston Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
Montpelier
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Lawrence Hill
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Lawrence Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
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