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Lacock Abbey Museum Displays
National Trust property with house interpretation and collection displays, valuable for architecture and interiors.
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Chippenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Chippenham will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Chippenham on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 25 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Chippenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Chippenham:
A train is €0.11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Chippenham costing on average €14.
Other travel options to Chippenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 57m.
The journey is about 13m faster (25m by train vs 38m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€14 vs €18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Chippenham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Bristol | 0h24 | 8:54 AM Chippenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Bristol | 0h24 | 9:54 AM Chippenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Bristol | 0h24 | 12:24 PM Chippenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Chippenham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Discover the best of Chippenham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chippenham trip today.
National Trust property with house interpretation and collection displays, valuable for architecture and interiors.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Chippenham's archaeology, industry and social history in the town centre.
Nearby major museum with outstanding Wiltshire archaeology, including nationally important prehistoric collections.
Attractive heritage village area near Chippenham, famous for preserved streetscape and film-location appeal.
Central riverside park with open lawns, play areas and paths; ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
Historic commercial street lined with older buildings, shops and civic landmarks that define central Chippenham.
A hearty Wiltshire breakfast sausage, often seasoned with sage and pepper. It is a long-standing county staple in breakfasts and pub meals.
A cured ham from nearby Wiltshire, traditionally salt-cured and mild in flavour. It is one of the county's best-known historic foods.
A rustic pork pie linked with the county town of Devizes. It is prized locally for its seasoned pork filling and traditional pastry casing.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and warm service in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-regarded modern Indian restaurant serving classic curries and regional dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Historic pub in Lacock near Chippenham serving cask ales and hearty British dishes in a characterful old village setting.
Moderate for a UK market town: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, but rail fares and pub meals can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafe tipping is optional.
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Chippenham Railway Station -> Chippenham Town Centre, Chippenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Chippenham 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 Chippenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Chippenham trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Chippenham station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Chippenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: 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.
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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