4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bristol
Cheapest price
€87
Average price
€260
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol will cost around €260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
Of the 34 trains that leave Edinburgh for Bristol on Fri, Aug 14, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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.
G011705:04 PM6h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:34 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€871One-way0 transfers- G011694:05 PM6h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:42 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€871One-way0 transfers
- G01188 · W29908+
G800732:00 PM6h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:08 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1641One-way2 transfers - G80049+
W34706+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington10:00 AM6h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:35 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1791One-way2 transfers - G80061+G14941 · Y41598+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington12:00 PM6h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:57 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1791One-way3 transfers
- G01188 · W29908+G800732:00 PM6h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:08 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1641One-way2 transfers
- G80061+G01186 · W2989512:00 PM6h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:09 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€5861One-way2 transfers
- W29935 · G01150+G8005511:00 AM6h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:09 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€5861One-way2 transfers
- G80067+W29937 · G011601:00 PM6h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:13 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€5861One-way2 transfers
- G01184 · W29877+G081869:00 AM6h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:13 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€5861One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 502 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€137 Average price | €87 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G14962 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h58 | 2:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29873 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h24 | 2:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02015+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G14963 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h06 | 3:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| C02015+G15480+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W35418 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h58 | 3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
 W33933+W29877 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h21 | 3:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01184 · W29877+G08186 | On time 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 3:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G08186+G14963+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h36 | 3:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01148 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h28 | 3:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02006+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G15481 · W34630 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h58 | 4:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| G80049+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34706 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h35 | 4:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29884 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h26 | 4:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W84907+W34060+G01150 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h58 | 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84907+G01150 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h58 | 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+G01150 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055+W29935 · G01150 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h09 | 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G80055+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34712 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h34 | 5:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01153 | 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h27 | 5:31 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80061+G01186 · W29895 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h09 | 6:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Y41598 · G14941 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h57 | 6:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| G80061+G14967+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h00 | 7:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01154 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h32 | 6:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34124+G01160 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h21 | 7:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| G80067+W29937 · G01160 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 7:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G80067+W34726+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h35 | 7:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01161_G66477 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h40 | 7:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80073+G01188 · W29908 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h08 | 8:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29909 | 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h28 | 8:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02046+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34737 | 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h06 | 9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W00587+W35045+ G38889 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h29 | 9:21 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01166 | 3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h32 | 9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02070+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G14971 | 4:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h38 | 10:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01169 | 4:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h37 | 10:42 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01170 | 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 11:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80097+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34752 | 6:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h15 | 1:15 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bristol: Journey Details
CrossCountry provides direct trains from Edinburgh to Bristol. The weekday timetable begins in the early morning and operates a roughly hourly service throughout the day, until a final departure from Edinburgh in the late afternoon. Journey times are around 6 hours and 30 minutes, although some indirect services can be quicker. These journeys involve taking the CrossCountry or Virgin Trains service to Birmingham New Street and connecting to a CrossCountry train to Bristol. Sunday schedules feature fewer departures and no early morning trains.
Taking the Train from Edinburgh
Trains from Edinburgh to Bristol depart from Waverley station, located in the centre of the city. There are bus stops nearby on Princes Street and North Bridge, with routes to most parts of Edinburgh. The bus station is a 5-minute walk northwards on St. Andrews Square. Night buses are available from Waverley Bridge, by the station's western exits. The tram stop on Princes Street provides connections to the airport and western parts of the city. Taxis are available from the rank beside the station concourse.
Getting into Bristol by Train
Bristol is a lively, cosmopolitan city with a rich industrial and maritime heritage on show at the revitalised harbourside area. A star attraction is the ocean liner the SS Great Britain, built by Brunel, who also gave the city the spectacular Clifton Suspension Bridge. Trains from Edinburgh to Bristol arrive at Temple Meads station, located on the south-eastern side of the city centre. There are bus stops immediately outside the station offering routes to most parts of Bristol and a regular shuttle service to the airport. Ferries to central Bristol are available from the quayside behind the station. There is a taxi rank alongside the bus stops.
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bristol
Most Edinburgh to Bristol trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at St Andrews Road. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, 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: No.
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 St Andrews Road from Bristol city centre
St Andrews Road is 9 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
St Andrews Road train station facilities and services
St Andrews Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Andrews Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Andrews Road: Bike Parking.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
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