Bristol to Tenby train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Tenby

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€38

Average price

€52

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h 23 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Tenby will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Tenby on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 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.

Transport for Wales
09:33AM5h03
Bristol
02:36PMTenby
381One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
04:20AM4h18
Bristol
08:38AMTenby
381One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
12:27PM4h09
Bristol
04:36PMTenby
651One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
04:38PM4h00
Bristol
08:38PMTenby
661One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bristol to Tenby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Tenby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 148 km

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Train
Bus

€55

Average price

€29

Average price

Cheapest

4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

4h 4m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Transport for Wales

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Bristol to Tenby train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 8:29 AM
Last updated at 8:29 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transport_for_wales9:33 AM Bristol
5h03
2:36 PM Tenby0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
transport_for_wales4:20 AM Bristol
4h18
8:38 AM Tenby0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Tenby?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Tenby is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Tenby route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Tenby per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Tenby.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Tenby

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Trains from Bristol to Tenby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
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 €19
Distance
148 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€37
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 52m
First train
05:20
Last train
20:10
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 €19

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Tenby trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Tenby from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Price
€37
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

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
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
€25
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
€78
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
€76
first_great_western frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Tenby

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Tenby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Tenby.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Tenby can start from as little as €35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Tenby is €56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Tenby train travel time is 3 h 34 min   for the 147 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol to Tenby leaves at 04: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol to Tenby leaves at 20: 10.
There are 4 trains a day from Bristol to Tenby which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Bristol to Tenby train with Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Bristol and Tenby as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 10.
A trip to Tenby from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Tenby by train is November.
You have options as you can travel to Tenby from Bristol 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Tenby

Bristol
Tenby
The major train station for departures 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 trip from Bristol to Tenby.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
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
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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
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
Clifton DownWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Located on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clifton Down
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
MontpelierParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Stapleton RoadParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Stapleton Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Severn Beach - bus stop past the Black Swan public house. Towards Bristol - bus stop by Berwick Road

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