4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Christchurch to Bristol
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Christchurch to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Christchurch to Bristol will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 2 trains that leave Christchurch for Bristol on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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 and bus for Christchurch to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Christchurch to Bristol 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 train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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€60 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Christchurch to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Christchurch to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:23 AM Christchurch | 3h25 | 7:48 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Christchurch to Bristol
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Trains from Christchurch to Bristol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 05:01 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Christchurch to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Christchurch and Bristol from $30 (€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 Christchurch to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Christchurch to Bristol
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
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Information Desk
- 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
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