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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Romsey
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Romsey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Romsey:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Romsey costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Romsey take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 1m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bristol to Romsey train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Romsey trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35024 | On time 5:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 6:51 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35030 | On time 6:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 7:50 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35044 | On time 7:20 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h31 | 8:51 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35353 | On time 7:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 9:11 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35050 | On time 8:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 9:52 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35054 | On time 9:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h33 | 11:01 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bristol to Romsey trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Romsey.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Romsey.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Romsey.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Romsey
Trains from Bristol to Romsey run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Romsey trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Romsey from $27 (€22). 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 Romsey
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Romsey 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 Romsey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Romsey
Most Bristol to Romsey trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Romsey station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Romsey 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 Ashley Down from Bristol city centre
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland 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 Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Romsey station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Romsey from Romsey city centre
Romsey train station facilities and services
Romsey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romsey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romsey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romsey.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romsey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Romsey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romsey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via local roads and up a long access ramp. Platform 2 is through the ticket office or night entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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