The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Grimsby
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Grimsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Grimsby will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Grimsby on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
12:31 PM5h15Bristol5:46 PMGrimsby$1021One-way0 transfers
12:31 PM5h15Bristol5:46 PMGrimsby$1021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Grimsby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Grimsby:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Grimsby costing on average $117 (€96).
Other travel options to Grimsby take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
Tickets start at around $117 (€96) compared to roughly $74 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-42.86 (€-35.08). The journey takes 4h 12m versus 4h 4m 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 Grimsby train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Grimsby trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:31 PM Bristol | 5h15 | 5:46 PM Grimsby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Grimsby by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Grimsby
Trains from Bristol to Grimsby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bristol to Grimsby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Grimsby from $33 (€27). 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 Grimsby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Grimsby
Most Bristol to Grimsby trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Grimsby Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Grimsby 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 Grimsby station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No.
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