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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Liverpool will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
G15000+
G38967+
C17774
W34663+
G38947+
C17771
G15004+
G38975+
C17778
C47821+
G38945+
C17810
G15492+
G39024+
C07947
G66721+
C17887
G00854+
C17797
G66716+
C17903
G00865+
C18000
G66730+
C17795Trains from Bristol to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 8:35 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C47821+ G38945+ C17810 | 5:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h49 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15492+ G39024+ C07947 | 6:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h41 | 11:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G66987+ W34144 · W34073 | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h28 | 10:03 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G66716+ C17903 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W34663+ G38947+ C17771 | 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h35 | 11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G01060+ C01369 · W33930 | 7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h31 | 11:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15000+ G38967+ C17774 | 7:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h46 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G66721+ C17887 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h16 | 11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G01062+ W33941 · W34237 | 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h31 | 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15002+ G39027+ C07963 | 8:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h12 | 1:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G00854+ C17797 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 12:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C48821+ G38950+ C17780 | 9:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h14 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15004+ G38975+ C17778 | 9:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h50 | 2:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G66730+ C17795 | 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 1:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15005+ G39032+ C07979 | 10:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h12 | 3:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G66735+ C17773 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 2:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15496+ G38953+ C17775 | 11:29 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h13 | 3:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15007+ G38983+ C17781 | 11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h44 | 4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00865+ C18000 | 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 3:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15009+ G39035+ C07995 | 12:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h12 | 5:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G00872+ C17758 | 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 4:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15498+ G38955+ C17966 | 1:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 5:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00876+ C17997 | 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 5:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15011+ G38991+ C17869 | 2:01 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h46 | 6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W34999+ G39037+ C08011 | 2:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h12 | 7:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G00883+ C18003 | 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 6:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15500+ Y63472+ W34248 | 3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h37 | 8:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G15014+ G38999+ W34058 | 3:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h09 | 9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00888+ C17772 | 4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 7:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15501+ G39040+ C08019 | 4:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h41 | 9:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
G00894+ C18002 | 5:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 8:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15502+ G38959+ W34240 | 5:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h41 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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Liverpool Lime Street -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Liverpool trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Liverpool 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.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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