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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Aylesbury

Showing times and prices for Dec 22

Cheapest price

$70

Average price

$131

Fastest journey

3 h 17 m

Average duration

3 h 32 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Aylesbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Aylesbury will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Aylesbury on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .

On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.

Great Western Rail
08:30AM3h25
Bristol
11:55AMAylesbury
$701One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
09:00AM3h55
Bristol
12:55PMAylesbury
$1381One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:38AM3h17
Bristol
11:55AMAylesbury
$1831One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bristol to Aylesbury

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Aylesbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

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Bus

€86

Average price

€26

Average price

Cheapest

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Aylesbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Aylesbury trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:20 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western8:00 AM Bristol
3h55
11:55 AM Aylesbury0 transfersDirect
great_western1:00 PM Bristol
3h26
4:26 PM Aylesbury0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Aylesbury

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Trains from Bristol to Aylesbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 3h 12m.

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 $25 (€20)
Distance
80 miles (129 km)
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$59 (€47)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 12m
First train
05:02
Last train
21:48
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 $25 (€20)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bristol to Aylesbury trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bristol and Aylesbury from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
$46 (€37)
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Aylesbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Aylesbury 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 Aylesbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Aylesbury can be explored comfortably in 1-2 days, allowing time to visit attractions like the Buckinghamshire County Museum, Roald Dahl Children's Gallery, and nearby countryside.
Train ticket prices from Bristol to Aylesbury can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $59 (€47), while the average price is around $108 (€86).
A day trip from Bristol to Aylesbury is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 12m. However, there are 5 train trips per day covering the 80 miles (129 km).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Aylesbury is by bus, with a cost of around $25 (€20).
The train from Bristol to Aylesbury takes 3h 12m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Bristol to Aylesbury leaves at 5:02 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Aylesbury.
The last train from Bristol to Aylesbury leaves at 9:48 PM.
The train journey from Bristol to Aylesbury offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds and Chiltern Hills, with views of rolling countryside, quaint villages, and historic sites along the way.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Aylesbury.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol to Aylesbury.
The distance by train from Bristol to Aylesbury is 80 miles (129 km).
The train station in Bristol that goes to Aylesbury is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), which connects to Aylesbury station (AYS).
There is no high speed train available from Bristol to Aylesbury.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Aylesbury

Bristol
Aylesbury
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 Aylesbury.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
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
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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. 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: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: station entrance and on platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Shirehampton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Laybys on A4 Portway by footbridge. Taxis from the station approach road
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Located on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clifton Down
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre

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