The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to York
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €87
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €128
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 3 h 47 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 4 h 14 m
- Trains on Nov 09
- 5
- Distance
- 296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to York will cost around €128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 5 trains from Bristol to York, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.

7:33 AM 3h47 Bristol 11:20 AM York €87 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:30 AM 4h33 Bristol 12:03 PM York €119 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 4h16 Bristol 12:16 PM York €143 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:00 AM 4h16 Bristol 1:16 PM York €145 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:00 PM 4h17 Bristol 5:17 PM York €146 1 One-way 0 transfers

7:33 AM 3h47 Bristol 11:20 AM York €87 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:00 AM 4h16 Bristol 1:16 PM York €145 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 4h16 Bristol 12:16 PM York €143 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:00 PM 4h17 Bristol 5:17 PM York €146 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:30 AM 4h33 Bristol 12:03 PM York €119 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to York
Trains from Bristol to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:52, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 2:52 AM |
Last train 8:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Bristol to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to York trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W29776 | On time 10:31 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h01 | 2:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01071 | On time 11:31 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h58 | 3:29 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29782 | On time 12:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h01 | 4:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01077 | On time 1:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h01 | 5:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01078 | On time 2:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h01 | 6:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29792 | On time 3:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h01 | 7:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 9 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Bristol | 4h33 | 12:03 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Bristol | 3h47 | 11:20 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Bristol | 4h16 | 12:16 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bristol | 4h16 | 1:16 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and York
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to York
Most Bristol to York trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Which York station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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