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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Llanelli
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Llanelli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Llanelli will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Llanelli 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 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
11:39 AM2h13Bristol1:52 PMLlanelli$401One-way0 transfers
- 11:39 AM2h13Bristol1:52 PMLlanelli$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Llanelli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Llanelli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m 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 Llanelli:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Llanelli costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Llanelli take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.65 (€0.53). The journey takes 2h 3m versus 1h 47m 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 Llanelli train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Llanelli trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42466 · W34641+G39500 | On time 6:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h32 | 9:10 PM Llanelli station (LLE) | 2 transfers | |
| C42272+G38888 | On time 7:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h26 | 10:23 PM Llanelli station (LLE) | 1 transfer | |
| C42718 · C42181+G39502 | On time 8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h20 | 10:57 PM Llanelli station (LLE) | 2 transfers | |
| C42274+G38318 | On time 8:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h27 | 11:24 PM Llanelli station (LLE) | 1 transfer | |
| C42713+G39299 | On time 9:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h33 | 12:01 AM Llanelli station (LLE) | 1 transfer | |
| 11:39 AM Bristol | 2h13 | 1:52 PM Llanelli | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Llanelli
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Llanelli run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 4:34 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Llanelli trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Llanelli from $11 (€9). 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 Llanelli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Llanelli 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 Llanelli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Llanelli
Most Bristol to Llanelli trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Llanelli station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Llanelli 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 Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Bedminster from Bristol city centre
Bedminster is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bedminster train station facilities and services
Bedminster has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedminster.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedminster: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedminster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedminster: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms is via steep ramps. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Llanelli station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Llanelli from Llanelli city centre
Llanelli train station facilities and services
Llanelli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanelli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llanelli. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanelli: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanelli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanelli: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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