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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Bristol
Showing times and prices for Mar 10
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
158 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Bristol will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Luton to Bristol without transferring at least 2 times.
W59505+
G24828+
P2984806:13AM2h44
Luton station (LUT)08:57AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1141One-way
2 transfers
W57804+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P2985006:24AM3h11
Luton station (LUT)09:35AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1141One-way
2 transfers
W57804+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P3344306:24AM3h04
Luton station (LUT)09:28AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1551One-way
3 transfers
C51400+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P2985006:24AM3h11
Luton station (LUT)09:35AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1761One-way
2 transfers
C51400+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P3344306:24AM3h04
Luton station (LUT)09:28AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1761One-way
3 transfers
W59505+G24828+P2984806:13AM2h44
Luton station (LUT)08:57AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1141One-way
2 transfers
C51359+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22619 · P3306206:56AM3h00
Luton station (LUT)09:56AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$2391One-way
3 transfers
W57804+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P3344306:24AM3h04
Luton station (LUT)09:28AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1551One-way
3 transfers
C51400+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P3344306:24AM3h04
Luton station (LUT)09:28AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1761One-way
3 transfers
W57804+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P2985006:24AM3h11
Luton station (LUT)09:35AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1141One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$86 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:20 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W59505+G24828+P29848 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h44 | 8:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| C51400+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P29850 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h11 | 9:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| W57804+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P33443 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h04 | 9:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| C51400+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22618 · P33443 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h04 | 9:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| W57804+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P29850 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h11 | 9:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| C51359+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P22619 · P33062 | On time 6:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h00 | 9:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Bristol?
The best time to book your train from Luton to Bristol is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Bristol route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Bristol per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Bristol.
Trains
from $78Buses
from $38Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€11)
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 22:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€11)
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Luton to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Luton and Bristol from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€23)
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Luton to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
Train ticket prices from Luton to Bristol can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€23), while the average price is around $86 (€70).
The train from Luton to Bristol takes 2h 46m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Luton to Bristol leaves at 1:45 AM.
The distance by train from Luton to Bristol is 98 miles (158 km).
The last train from Luton to Bristol leaves at 10:50 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Luton to Bristol.
There is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Bristol.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Luton to Bristol.
The train station in Luton that goes to Bristol is Luton station (LUT), which connects to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Bristol is by bus, with a cost of around $13 (€11).
The train journey from Luton to Bristol offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with sections passing through charming English landscapes, including rolling hills and small villages, particularly as you travel through the Cotswolds area.
A day trip from Luton to Bristol is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 46m. However, trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 98 miles (158 km).
In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for diverse animal exhibits and take a boat tour along the River Avon for unique city views. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area and visit the Arnolfini for contemporary arts exhibitions. Enjoy Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views of the Avon Gorge and the Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Explore the SS Great Britain, a restored passenger steamship and museum, and the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery for diverse collections. St Nicholas Market offers a vibrant experience with food stalls and local crafts.
To fully experience Bristol, including its historic sites, vibrant arts scene, and nearby attractions, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Bristol.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Bristol
Luton
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transit options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
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