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City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liskeard to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liskeard to Bristol will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liskeard for Bristol on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Liskeard to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m 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 Liskeard to Bristol:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liskeard to Bristol costing on average $72 (€59).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 39m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.18 (€-4.26). The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 36m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Liskeard to Bristol trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:39 AM Liskeard | 2h45 | 11:24 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Liskeard | 3h30 | 1:16 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Liskeard to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol -> Bristol City Centre, Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liskeard 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.

Most Liskeard to Bristol trains use the Liskeard to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Liskeard and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liskeard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Liskeard.
Wi-Fi is available at Liskeard.
Ticket office support is available at Liskeard.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liskeard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liskeard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liskeard: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 Station - This station has a degree of step free access but platform 1 can only be accessed via very steep ramps, Platform 2 can be accessed via paths at the bottom of the steep hills, platform 3 (to Looe) can be accessed step free from the bottom of the hill access road to the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist -Refer to station message, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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