- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$95
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$162
Fastest journey on Aug 29
5 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
5 h 21 m
Trains on Aug 29
6
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Bristol will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 6 trains from Newcastle to Bristol, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London PaddingtonOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $107.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Bristol:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Bristol costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Bristol costing on average $107 (€86).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80054+ C42195+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h12 | 5:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C01957+ C42196+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h33 | 6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
G01156 · W29893 | 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h27 | 6:07 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
G01156 | 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h54 | 6:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25707+ C42196+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:54 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h06 | 6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C02030+ W35420 · C48921+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:58 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 5h29 | 6:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
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Compare bus, flight, 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 Newcastle to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 7:39 PM |
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Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Historic passenger ship designed by Brunel. Explore decks, cabins, and dockside museum displays on one of Bristol’s most famous heritage attractions.
Purpose-built city history museum beside the floating harbour. It tells Bristol’s story through people, trade, protest, and everyday life.
Historic waterfront district with museums, boats, walks, and lively public spaces. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting Bristol’s signature atmosphere.
Elegant Georgian neighborhood of terraces, crescents, and village-like streets. A classic base for architecture, walks, and access to the bridge.
Panoramic viewpoint above the Avon Gorge near the suspension bridge. One of Bristol’s best free spots for dramatic landscapes and sunset photos.
A split-top white roll filled with roast beef, onions and gravy. A Bristol classic tied to the city’s old market and dockside workers.
Bristol’s own blue cheese, made in Somerset and long associated with the city. Rich, creamy and pungent, it reflects the region’s historic cheese trade.
Dry, still or sparkling cider made from West Country apples. Bristol’s pubs and cider houses make it a defining local drink with deep regional roots.
Historic harbourside restaurant in a converted shipping container. Celebrated for local seafood, oysters and relaxed waterside dining.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and an intimate, special-occasion atmosphere.
Beloved casual eatery serving mezze and Middle Eastern plates. Lively, affordable and one of Bristol’s longest-established independent favourites.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining are cheaper than London, but central stays, attractions, and transport can still add up for tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Bristol Temple Meads -> Bristol City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Bristol trains use the Newcastle to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Montpelier. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: 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.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: 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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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