The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Charlbury
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Charlbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Charlbury will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Charlbury without transferring at least once.
3:00 PM1h39Bristol4:39 PMCharlbury$1171One-way1 transfer
4:00 PM1h46Bristol5:46 PMCharlbury$1171One-way1 transfer
4:53 AM2h15Bristol7:08 AMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
5:47 AM2h17Bristol8:04 AMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
6:30 AM2h30Bristol9:00 AMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
3:00 PM1h39Bristol4:39 PMCharlbury$1171One-way1 transfer
4:00 PM1h46Bristol5:46 PMCharlbury$1171One-way1 transfer
11:00 AM1h59Bristol12:59 PMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
12:00 PM2h00Bristol2:00 PMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
8:00 PM2h00Bristol10:00 PMCharlbury$1521One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Bristol to Charlbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Charlbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $81.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$95 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $95 (€78) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-71.68 (€-58.84). The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol to Charlbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Charlbury trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Bristol | 2h00 | 10:00 PM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Bristol | 2h01 | 11:01 PM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Bristol | 2h18 | 12:18 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 4:53 AM Bristol | 2h15 | 7:08 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:47 AM Bristol | 2h17 | 8:04 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Bristol | 2h30 | 9:00 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Bristol | 2h01 | 10:01 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bristol | 2h01 | 11:01 AM Charlbury | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Charlbury
Trains from Bristol to Charlbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Charlbury trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Charlbury from $81 (€66). 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 Charlbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Charlbury 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 Charlbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Charlbury
Most Bristol to Charlbury trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Charlbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Charlbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Charlbury station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Charlbury from Charlbury city centre
Charlbury train station facilities and services
Charlbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Charlbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Charlbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charlbury.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charlbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charlbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to both platforms with Platform 1 accessed via a ramp bridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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