The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Bristol
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Bristol will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 2 trains that leave Romford for Bristol on Wed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
6:02 AM2h34Romford8:36 AMBristol$791One-way0 transfers
1:47 PM2h41Romford4:28 PMBristol$1631One-way0 transfers
6:02 AM2h34Romford8:36 AMBristol$791One-way0 transfers
1:47 PM2h41Romford4:28 PMBristol$1631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Romford to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 119 miles (193 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m 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 Romford to Bristol:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Romford to Bristol costing on average $74 (€61).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Romford to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:02 AM Romford | 2h34 | 8:36 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Bristol
Trains from Romford to Bristol run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) but you can travel from only $5 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (193 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 119 miles (193 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Romford to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Romford and Bristol from $5 (€5). 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 Romford to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford 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 Romford to Bristol
Most Romford to Bristol trains use the Romford to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Clifton Down. Use this guide to compare Romford and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romford station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Romford from Romford city centre
Romford train station facilities and services
Romford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Romford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Gidea Park from Romford city centre
Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Gidea Park train station facilities and services
Gidea Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gidea Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gidea Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gidea Park. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gidea Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gidea Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gidea Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B1. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Use the Crossways car park entrance. There is no step-free access from the Station Road main entrance. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall on Station Road and outside the car park entrance on Crossways, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Harold Wood from Romford city centre
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Harold Wood train station facilities and services
Harold Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harold Wood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harold Wood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harold Wood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harold Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harold Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall entrance on Gubbins Lane and at the car park entrance on Station Road, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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