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Fishguard Museum
Town museum covering Fishguard's maritime, social, and invasion history, with local collections that give strong context for exploring the area.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Fishguard is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Fishguard will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Fishguard on Mon, Aug 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 46 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 Fishguard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a bus costs an average of $53.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Fishguard:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Fishguard costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Fishguard take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 47m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 52m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Fishguard trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:22 AM Bristol | 3h35 | 1:57 PM Fishguard & Goodwick | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bristol to Fishguard run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Fishguard — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fishguard trip today.
Town museum covering Fishguard's maritime, social, and invasion history, with local collections that give strong context for exploring the area.
Historic tapestry exhibition telling the 1797 Last Invasion of Britain through richly detailed needlework made by local volunteers.
Nearby maritime museum in a former lifeboat station, explaining local rescue history and the seafaring culture of north Pembrokeshire.
Picturesque old harbour quarter with stone cottages, tidal views, and film-famous scenery that captures Fishguard's maritime character.
Long-distance cliff path section offering dramatic coastal scenery, wildlife, and some of the best walks starting from Fishguard.
Popular coastal viewpoint above the bay with broad sea views, especially rewarding for sunset, walking, and wildlife watching.
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled currant-studded cakes, served warm with sugar. They are a beloved Welsh teatime treat found across Pembrokeshire.
Bara brith is a rich Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and spices. It is a classic farmhouse bake, often served sliced with butter.
Cawl is Wales’s classic slow-cooked soup or stew, often made with lamb, leeks, potatoes, and root vegetables. It is traditional comfort food.
Well-regarded café and restaurant serving fresh local produce, cakes, lunches, and coffee in a friendly casual setting near the town centre.
Popular harbour-side pub and restaurant known for seafood, classic Welsh dishes, and a relaxed traditional atmosphere in Lower Town Fishguard.
Established hotel restaurant with sea views, offering seafood, Welsh lamb, and polished modern dining in a more refined setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and lodging are often slightly cheaper than major UK tourist cities, while local transport options are limited and taxis can add cost.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Fishguard 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 Fishguard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Fishguard trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Clarbeston Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Fishguard 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.
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