The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Canterbury West (CBW) on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€115 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:06 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h28 | 10:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 07:06 |
Last train 10:37 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) start from as low as $67 (€55) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $140 (€115) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Canterbury West (CBW) from $20 (€16). 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW) 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 West (CBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Canterbury West (CBW)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
