Oxford to Bristol train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 15 Aug

Cheapest price

25S$

Average price

65S$

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 11 m

Trains per day

73

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to Bristol will cost around 65S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 25S$.

Fast trains

Of the 73 trains that leave Oxford for Bristol every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.

  • Great Western RailwayC42242 · C42190
    11:59 AM2h04
    Oxford station (OXF)
    2:03 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    25 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC42243 · C42192
    12:59 PM2h01
    Oxford station (OXF)
    3:00 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    25 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC42330
    8:02 PM1h11
    Oxford station (OXF)
    9:13 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    34 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42305
    8:01 AM1h16
    Oxford station (OXF)
    9:17 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    44 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42309
    10:03 AM1h10
    Oxford station (OXF)
    11:13 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    44 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Oxford to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 15S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 15S$, and a train costs an average of 39S$.

Distance: 98 km

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Train
Coach

63S$

Average Price

54S$

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

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

Live departures

Oxford to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bristol trains for today, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG14954+CrossCountryG009978:16 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h46
10:02 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150619:03 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h08
10:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15509 · G149559:07 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14938 · G15477+CrossCountryG01000
On time
9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h09
11:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14956+CrossCountryG01000
On time
9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h41
10:59 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15120 · G14938 · G154779:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h55
11:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15360 · W35065 · G14938 · G154779:35 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h52
11:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15510 · W3468010:11 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14957+CrossCountryG01003
On time
10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h39
11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35362 · W34617 · G1544810:29 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
11:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG1506511:03 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h10
12:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15363 · W3468611:08 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14958+CrossCountryG01005
On time
11:16 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35365 · G14939 · G1516511:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
12:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35417+CrossCountryG01178 · W29866
On time
11:41 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h40
1:21 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15511 · G1495912:06 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h33
1:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14960+CrossCountryG01009
On time
12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h48
2:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35367 · W34622 · G1544912:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
1:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG150691:03 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h12
2:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15364 · G149611:07 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
2:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14962+CrossCountryG01013
On time
1:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h42
2:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35369 · G14940 · G149621:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
2:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC00774 · G149632:09 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
3:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14964+CrossCountryG01018
On time
2:17 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h48
4:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35371 · W34629 · G154502:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
3:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG150733:04 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
4:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC48425 · W347063:07 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
4:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14965+CrossCountryG01022
On time
3:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
4:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35374 · W34632 · C481353:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
4:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48427 · G15031 · W34634 · C489163:35 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h53
5:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15514 · W347124:06 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
5:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14966+CrossCountryG01024
On time
4:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
5:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35376 · Y15295 · G149664:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
5:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG150775:00 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h18
6:18 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15366 · W347195:10 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
6:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14967+CrossCountryG01027
On time
5:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h41
7:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35379 · G14941 · Y415985:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h26
6:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15367 · G15033 · G14942 · C489255:35 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h54
7:29 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15515 · W347266:06 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
7:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14968+CrossCountryG010326:17 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC48429 · G14943 · G149686:34 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h26
8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG150817:04 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h12
8:16 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC00773 · W347327:07 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h30
8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35385 · G149697:30 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h33
9:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC00788 · W347378:11 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35387 · G149708:36 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150859:03 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
10:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15368 · G149719:06 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h32
10:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35425+CrossCountryG01170 · G010399:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
2h18
11:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35390 · W35425+CrossCountryG011709:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
2h02
11:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC00787 · G1497210:07 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h31
11:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change

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Why should you book Oxford to Bristol trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Oxford to Bristol.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Bristol.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Bristol.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Bristol.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Bristol.

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

The best time to book your train from Oxford to Bristol is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Oxford to Bristol route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Oxford to Bristol 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 Oxford to Bristol.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to Bristol

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Trains from Oxford to Bristol run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 39S$ but you can travel from only 15S$ by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 6m.

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
Coach from 15S$
Distance
98 km
Average train duration
1h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
39S$
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
3:43 AM
Last train
11:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
63 days
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
Coach from 15S$

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and Bristol from 15S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
39S$
Great Western Railway frequency
9 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
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
181S$
Cross Country frequency
9 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
135S$
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Oxford to Bristol train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Bristol can start from as little as 39S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oxford to Bristol is 63S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Oxford to Bristol is 1h 6m to travel the 98 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Oxford to Bristol leaves at 3:43 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Oxford to Bristol leaves at 11:28 pm.
There are 9 trains a day from Oxford to Bristol which require at least one change with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Oxford to Bristol, you can count on Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Oxford and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Bristol from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Oxford to Bristol is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Bristol including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bristol

Most Oxford to Bristol trains use the Oxford to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Oxford
Arrival train stations in Bristol

Which Oxford station do trains to Bristol leave from?

Trains from Oxford to Bristol leave from Oxford. The station is 1 km from Oxford city centre at Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS.
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre

BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · 2S$ · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · 3S$ · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · 3S$ · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min

Oxford train station facilities and services

Oxford 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 Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oxford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Oxford ParkwayOxford Parkway station, Water Eaton Park & Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HAWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre

Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainOxford - London Marylebone, Oxford - High Wycombe, Oxford - Bicester Village, Oxford - Gerrards Cross · 8m · 3S$ · every ~4 min
BusS4, 2, 2A, N2, S5, Ns5, S7, X4, 800 · 20m · 6S$ · every ~51 min
700 · 22m · 6S$ · every ~9 min

Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services

Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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