The cheapest and fastest trains from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bodmin Parkway (BOD) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
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Compare train and bus for Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€58 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:31 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 2h54 | 11:25 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:29 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 2h57 | 6:26 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:06 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 3h42 | 8:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 15:29 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) start from as low as $51 (€42) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $71 (€58) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bodmin Parkway (BOD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from $33 (€27). 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 Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park
- 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
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