4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to York
Cheapest price
€88
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
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 €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to York without transferring at least 2 times.
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G80203+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross4:53 AM4h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:16 AMYork station (YRK)€881One-way2 transfers- Y41707 · W35161+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:45 AM4h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:16 AMYork station (YRK)€1221One-way3 transfers
- W35431+G80205+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G010445:20 AM4h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:03 AMYork station (YRK)€1221One-way3 transfers - W34456+G80171+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:23 AM4h28Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:51 AMYork station (YRK)€1711One-way2 transfers
- G14893+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:47 AM4h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:16 AMYork station (YRK)€1711One-way2 transfers
- W35090+G80203+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross4:53 AM4h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:16 AMYork station (YRK)€881One-way2 transfers
- W34456+G80171+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:23 AM4h28Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:51 AMYork station (YRK)€1711One-way2 transfers
- G14893+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:47 AM4h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:16 AMYork station (YRK)€1711One-way2 transfers
- Y41707 · W35161+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross5:45 AM4h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:16 AMYork station (YRK)€1221One-way3 transfers
- W35431+G80205+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G010445:20 AM4h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:03 AMYork station (YRK)€1221One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€96 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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
Bristol to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to York trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14897+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80221 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 12:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G66721+W35169+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80221 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 12:16 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
| G01062 · G00739 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h47 | 12:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G01062 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h58 | 12:31 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34472+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80226 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 1:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G01064 · G00698 | On time 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h47 | 1:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G01064 | On time 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h59 | 1:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34477+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80232 | On time 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 2:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G00869_G01067 | 10:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h59 | 2:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00869_G01067 · G00701 | On time 10:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h47 | 2:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G14901+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80237 | On time 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 3:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G01069 · G00706 | On time 11:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h47 | 3:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G01069 | On time 11:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h59 | 3:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14903+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80245 | On time 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 4:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G01073 · G00710 | On time 12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h48 | 4:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G01073 | On time 12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h00 | 4:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34493+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80251 | On time 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 5:17 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G15220 · G15047+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80251 | On time 1:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h08 | 5:17 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
| G01075 | On time 1:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h02 | 5:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34498+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80257 | On time 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 6:17 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G15522 · W35187+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80257 | On time 2:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h08 | 6:17 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
| G01080 · G00716 | On time 2:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h50 | 6:23 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G01080 | On time 2:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h59 | 6:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14906+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80263 | On time 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 7:16 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| G01082 · G00718 | On time 3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h50 | 7:20 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| W35090+G80203+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h23 | 9:16 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| W35431+G80205+G01044+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 5:20 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h43 | 10:03 AM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
| W34456+G80171+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 5:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h28 | 9:51 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
| Y41707 · W35161+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 5:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h31 | 10:16 AM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
| G14893+G80209+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h29 | 10:16 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €18 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 45m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 2:52 AM |
Last train 8:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Bristol to York trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and York from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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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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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