- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Cheapest price on Oct 28
$60
Average ticket price on Oct 28
$139
Fastest journey on Oct 28
3 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
3 h 25 m
Trains on Oct 28
27
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bristol will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Bristol without transferring at least 2 times.
V21573+
C38228+
W45474
V21576+
C38380+
W45479
V21575+
C38461+
W45493
W45467+
V21574+
C38542
V25921+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+
G77297
V21573+
C38228+
W45474
V21576+
C38380+
W45479
V21575+
C38461+
W45493
W45467+
V21574+
C38542
V25921+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+
G77297Trains from Brighton to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Brighton to Bristol.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W45465+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ G14935 · V21537 | 6:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h47 | 9:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45465+ G15125 · G14935 · V21537 | 6:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h47 | 9:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45437+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ G14936 · G15488 | 6:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h49 | 10:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
G88562 · C83038+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ G14936 | 6:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h45 | 10:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4 transfers | |
W45490+ C37263+ V21578 | 7:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h29 | 10:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45403+ C37299+ G14938 · G15477 | 7:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h31 | 11:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45478+ C38283+ V21577 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h29 | 11:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45478+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W34617 · V21536 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h47 | 11:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45478+ G15127 · W34617 · V21536 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h47 | 11:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
X16740+ G15128 · W34618 · G15478 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h49 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
X16740+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W34618 · G15478 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h49 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
G88585 · G88051+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ W34618 | 8:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h45 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4 transfers | |
W45479+ C38380+ V21576 | 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h24 | 12:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45428+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W35417+ W29866 | 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h37 | 1:21 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45428+ G15130 · W35417+ W29866 | 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h37 | 1:21 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45493+ C38461+ V21575 | 10:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h24 | 1:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45425+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W34624 · G15479 | 10:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h43 | 2:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45425+ G15132 · W34624 · G15479 | 10:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h43 | 2:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45467+ C38542+ V21574 | 11:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h24 | 2:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45434+ G15134 · W35418 · G15480 | 11:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h44 | 3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45434+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W35418 · G15480 | 11:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h44 | 3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45474+ C38228+ V21573 | 12:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h24 | 3:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W45432+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W34630 · G15481 | 12:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h44 | 4:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
W45432+ G15136 · W34630 · G15481 | 12:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h44 | 4:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ V25921+ G77297 | 1:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h29 | 4:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
G88638 · G26421+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ W34632 | 1:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h43 | 4:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4 transfers | |
W45423+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington+ W34634 · C48916 | 1:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h44 | 5:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Historic passenger ship designed by Brunel. Explore decks, cabins, and dockside museum displays on one of Bristol’s most famous heritage attractions.
Purpose-built city history museum beside the floating harbour. It tells Bristol’s story through people, trade, protest, and everyday life.
Historic waterfront district with museums, boats, walks, and lively public spaces. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting Bristol’s signature atmosphere.
Elegant Georgian neighborhood of terraces, crescents, and village-like streets. A classic base for architecture, walks, and access to the bridge.
Panoramic viewpoint above the Avon Gorge near the suspension bridge. One of Bristol’s best free spots for dramatic landscapes and sunset photos.
A split-top white roll filled with roast beef, onions and gravy. A Bristol classic tied to the city’s old market and dockside workers.
Bristol’s own blue cheese, made in Somerset and long associated with the city. Rich, creamy and pungent, it reflects the region’s historic cheese trade.
Dry, still or sparkling cider made from West Country apples. Bristol’s pubs and cider houses make it a defining local drink with deep regional roots.
Historic harbourside restaurant in a converted shipping container. Celebrated for local seafood, oysters and relaxed waterside dining.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and an intimate, special-occasion atmosphere.
Beloved casual eatery serving mezze and Middle Eastern plates. Lively, affordable and one of Bristol’s longest-established independent favourites.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining are cheaper than London, but central stays, attractions, and transport can still add up for tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Most Brighton to Bristol trains use the Brighton to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
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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