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Compare train and bus for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €102.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) by train or bus
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Why should you book Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East trains with Omio?
Cross Country as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East.
Why book with Omio vs Cross Country?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Cross Country, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Cross Country with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Cross Country tickets can be bought on Cross Country's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€102) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:30, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 4h 10m.
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
Bus from $28 (€23)
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€102) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 10:30 |
Last train 10:30 |
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
Bus from $28 (€23)
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Canterbury East (CBE) from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
$241 (€193)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
$211 (€169)
first_great_western frequency
23 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) 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 Canterbury East (CBE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
There is no high speed train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE).
The distance by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) is 158 miles (255 km).
Train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $127 (€102), while the average price is around $127 (€102).
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) leaves at 10:30 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) is by bus, with a cost of around $28 (€23).
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) leaves at 10:30 AM.
The train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE) takes 4h 10m and runs 5 per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE).
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE).
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East offers diverse scenery, including views of the rolling countryside, historic towns, and the picturesque landscapes of southern England.
A day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Canterbury East is not feasible due to a travel time of 4h 10m. Trains operate 5 times per day over a distance of 158 miles (255 km).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury East (CBE)
Bristol
Canterbury
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your journey to Canterbury from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Most popular train connections from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Most popular train connections to Canterbury East (CBE)
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