Trains from London to Bristol

The majority of trains running from London to Bristol depart from London Paddington station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads train station. If beginning your journey at other popular London stations such as London Victoria or London St Pancras, buses and the Underground offer various connections to London Paddington. The majority of available London to Bristol trains are direct; however, changes may need to be made at stations such as Westbury or Salisbury. Trains departures span the day from the early morning until well into the evening, with peak times during the weekdays at regular commuting hours. The average trip takes between 1½ to 2 hours. First Great Western is the major train company operating trains from London to Bristol along this route. All train tickets in the UK must be purchased prior to boarding the train, and pre-booking your tickets can often get passengers cheaper fares and better connections.

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Taking the Train from London

A drawcard for British and international visitors alike, England's capital is a multicultural melting pot of iconic sites and historical spots. This includes many of the important stations such as London Paddington Station, where the majority of trains from London to Bristol depart. London Paddington Station can be found in the west part of central London on the Bakerloo, Hammersmith & City, District, and Circle Lines of the London Underground as well as by a number of bus routes. Taxis also regularly service the station. Transfers from other major London train stations such as Charing Cross, Victoria Station or Liverpool Street are best done via the Tube. The station also offers a number of facilities including shops, cashpoints, information and public WiFi.