4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Christchurch
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Christchurch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Christchurch will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Christchurch on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
8:45 PM4h30Bristol1:15 AMChristchurch$711One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 PM4h30Bristol1:15 AMChristchurch$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Christchurch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Christchurch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$71 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Christchurch:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Christchurch costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Christchurch take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Christchurch
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Trains from Bristol to Christchurch run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $41 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Christchurch trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Christchurch from $41 (€34). 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 Christchurch
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Christchurch 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 Christchurch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Christchurch
Most Bristol to Christchurch trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Christchurch station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Christchurch 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.
Getting to Ashley Down from Bristol city centre
Which Christchurch station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Christchurch from Christchurch city centre
Christchurch train station facilities and services
Christchurch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Christchurch.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Christchurch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Christchurch.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Christchurch: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Christchurch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Christchurch: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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