The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Penrith
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Penrith will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Penrith on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 56 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bristol to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€139 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 AM Bristol | 4h25 | 10:00 AM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Bristol | 4h56 | 11:57 AM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Bristol | 4h25 | 2:58 PM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Penrith
Trains from Bristol to Penrith run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 18:08. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 18:08 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Bristol to Penrith trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Bristol and Penrith from $29 (€24). 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 Penrith
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Penrith 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 Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Penrith
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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