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City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stroud to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stroud to Bristol will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stroud for Bristol on Fri, Jul 10, 3 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 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 train as it is the most popular option from Stroud to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stroud to Bristol:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stroud to Bristol costing on average $26 (€22).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€22) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.48 (€-1.22). The journey takes 1h 7m versus 53m 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 Stroud 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35217 · G14950 | On time 6:27 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h38 | 8:05 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35059 · G15468 | 7:00 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h27 | 8:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
G15053 · G14952 | 7:25 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h33 | 8:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35060 · G15476 | 7:59 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h29 | 9:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
G15383 · C48131 | 8:22 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h34 | 9:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35221 · G14954 | 8:31 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h31 | 10:02 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35061 · G15488 | 8:59 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h28 | 10:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35223 · G14956 | 9:34 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h25 | 10:59 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
G15030 · G15477 | 9:59 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h28 | 11:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35225 · G14957 | 10:35 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h23 | 11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35065 · G15478 | 10:58 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h30 | 12:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35227 · G14958 | 11:35 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h24 | 12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35067 · C48911 | 11:59 AM Stroud station (STD) | 1h30 | 1:29 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35229 · G14960 | 12:35 PM Stroud station (STD) | 1h28 | 2:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35069 · G15479 | 12:59 PM Stroud station (STD) | 1h28 | 2:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W35231 · G14962 | 1:35 PM Stroud station (STD) | 1h25 | 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stroud to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol -> Bristol City Centre, Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stroud 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 Stroud to Bristol trains use the Stroud to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Stroud and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre. Public transport options include:
Stroud has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stroud.
Ticket office support is available at Stroud.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stroud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stroud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stroud: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access to each platform via drop off points however step free access between the ticket office and Platform 2 can only be achieved via a stepbridge on 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, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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