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Trowbridge Museum
Award-winning local museum in a restored mill, telling Trowbridge’s story through wool, weaving, machinery, and changing town life.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 19
37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
37 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Trowbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Trowbridge will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Bristol to Trowbridge, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 37 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Trowbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 17m faster (36m by train vs 53m by car) and roughly €2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€16 vs €18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Trowbridge trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15024 | On time 8:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h31 | 8:58 PM Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15453 | On time 8:50 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h41 | 9:31 PM Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35045 | On time 9:26 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h31 | 9:57 PM Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:03 AM Bristol | 0h37 | 7:40 AM Trowbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Bristol | 0h37 | 8:40 AM Trowbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Trowbridge run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Trowbridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trowbridge trip today.
Award-winning local museum in a restored mill, telling Trowbridge’s story through wool, weaving, machinery, and changing town life.
Major independent contemporary art museum in nearby Bradford on Avon, known for innovative exhibitions in a converted bath house.
Interesting heritage collection at the county archive, useful for visitors exploring Wiltshire documents, maps, photographs, and local history.
Trowbridge’s main park with paths, play areas, memorials, and regular events, ideal for a relaxed break near the centre.
Waterside walking and cycling route passing through Trowbridge, offering peaceful views, wildlife, and links to nearby villages.
Pleasant riverside green corridor following the Biss, popular for walking, wildlife spotting, and escaping the busier streets.
A regional cheese from nearby Westbury. This firm cow's milk cheese has a nutty flavour and reflects Wiltshire's long dairy tradition.
A rustic Wiltshire pork sausage seasoned simply and traditionally served with mash or in breakfasts across local pubs and cafes.
Cured ham from Wiltshire, long associated with the county's pork trade. It is prized for its mild, slightly sweet, traditional flavour.
Well-known Turkish restaurant offering grilled meats, meze, and generous portions in a lively, modern dining room.
Established town pub serving hearty British meals and drinks. Popular for casual dining, roasts, and a friendly local atmosphere.
Traditional pub by the canal known for British classics, Sunday roasts, and local ales in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail travel and taxis can still add up for visitors.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Trowbridge Railway Station -> The Shires Shopping Centre, Trowbridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Trowbridge trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Trowbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Trowbridge 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.
Trowbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trowbridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Trowbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Trowbridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trowbridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trowbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trowbridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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.
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