4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Christchurch to Bristol
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€92
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Christchurch to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Christchurch to Bristol will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Christchurch to Bristol without transferring at least once.
L78743+
G150025:18 AM3h33Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way1 transfer- L78743 · L84452+G150025:18 AM3h33Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way2 transfers
- L80478 · L78869+G150025:42 AM3h09Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way2 transfers
- L78743+
G00849+G149515:18 AM3h18Christchurch station (CHR)8:36 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1861One-way2 transfers
- L80478 · L78869+G150025:42 AM3h09Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way2 transfers
- L78743+G00849+G149515:18 AM3h18Christchurch station (CHR)8:36 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1861One-way2 transfers
- L78743+G150025:18 AM3h33Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way1 transfer
- L78743 · L84452+G150025:18 AM3h33Christchurch station (CHR)8:51 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€601One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Christchurch to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Christchurch to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 99 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€48 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Christchurch to Bristol:
A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Christchurch to Bristol costing on average €48.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Live departures
Christchurch to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Christchurch to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78743+G00849+G14951 | 5:18 AM Christchurch station (CHR) | 3h18 | 8:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L78743 · L84452+G15002 | 5:18 AM Christchurch station (CHR) | 3h33 | 8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| L78743+G15002 | 5:18 AM Christchurch station (CHR) | 3h33 | 8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| L80478 · L78869+G15002 | 5:42 AM Christchurch station (CHR) | 3h09 | 8:51 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Christchurch to Bristol
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Trains from Christchurch to Bristol run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Christchurch to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Christchurch and Bristol from €16. 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 Christchurch to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Bristol
Most Christchurch to Bristol trains use the Christchurch to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Christchurch and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Christchurch station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Christchurch from Christchurch city centre
Christchurch train station facilities and services
Christchurch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Christchurch.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Christchurch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Christchurch.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Christchurch: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Christchurch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Christchurch: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.
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.
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