The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Bristol
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Bristol will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Blackpool to Bristol without transferring at least 2 times.
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C75195
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C75195
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C75167
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C74853Blackpool - BristolCompare Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3)



Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€93 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Blackpool to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Bristol trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L10911+ C75176 | On time 8:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h44 | 1:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L10911+ W01977+ C75255+ L23525 | On time 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 5h02 | 1:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
L10911+ C75176 | On time 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 4h41 | 1:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L09139+ W01977+ C75176 | On time 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h37 | 1:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
L09139+ W01977+ C75255+ L23525 | On time 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h58 | 1:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
L10921+ C72481 · C75085 | On time 8:55 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h37 | 1:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
Y25311+ C75177 | On time 9:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h42 | 2:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
Y25311+ W01976+ C75258+ L23526 | On time 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 5h00 | 2:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
Y25311+ C75177 | On time 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 4h39 | 2:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L09124+ W01976+ C75258+ L23526 | On time 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h59 | 2:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
L09124+ W01976+ C75177 | On time 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h38 | 2:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
L10136+ C72484 · C75119 | On time 9:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h41 | 2:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
L11058+ C75178 | On time 10:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h46 | 3:11 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L11058+ C75178 | On time 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 4h43 | 3:11 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L08759+ W01975+ C75178 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h41 | 3:11 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
L08759+ W01975+ C75261+ L23527 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h58 | 3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
L10924+ C75179 | On time 11:27 AM Layton (LAY) | 4h40 | 4:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L02341+ C75179 | On time 11:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h16 | 4:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Blackpool to Bristol trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) offer trains services from Blackpool to Bristol. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Blackpool to Bristol.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Blackpool to Bristol.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Blackpool to Bristol.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Blackpool to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Bristol
Trains from Blackpool to Bristol run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 20:33 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Blackpool to Bristol trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackpool and Bristol from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Bristol
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
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