The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bodmin
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bodmin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bodmin will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Bodmin on Mon, Dec 22, 4 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 184 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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 bus and train for Bristol to Bodmin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bodmin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€55 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Bodmin train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bodmin trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C74897+ P29969 | On time 8:44 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h29 | 12:13 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
C72067+ P29973 | On time 9:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 12:45 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
C74852+ L16782 | On time 10:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 1:50 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
L16971 · L16962 | On time 1:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h21 | 5:16 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bristol to Bodmin trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Bristol to Bodmin. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Bodmin.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Bodmin.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Bodmin.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Bristol to Bodmin.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Bodmin.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bodmin
Trains from Bristol to Bodmin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from Bristol to Bodmin trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol and Bodmin from $35 (€28). 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 to Bodmin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bodmin 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 Bodmin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Bodmin
- 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
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
- 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
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