How to travel from Bristol to York

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Compare bus and train for Bristol to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €58.

Distance: 183 miles (296 km)

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Driving

€58

Average price

€21

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Cheapest

€74

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 5m

Average total duration

6h 35m

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30m

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4h 0m

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(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to York is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to York:

A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to York costing on average €58.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to York is by train with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and York including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (3h 54m by train vs 4h 0m by car) and roughly €16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€58 vs €74). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bristol to York

How to get from Bristol to York by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bristol to York is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 PM7h15
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    10:30 PMYork, Train Station
    241One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 PM7h15
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    10:30 PMYork, Train Station
    241One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01071
    11:31 AM3h58
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    3:29 PMYork station (YRK)
    1471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayC32960+London North Eastern RailwayC02109+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
    11:00 AM4h26
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    3:26 PMYork station (YRK)
    1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC01233+London North Eastern RailwayC02039+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
    12:00 PM4h26
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:26 PMYork station (YRK)
    1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC05988+London North Eastern RailwayG80242+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
    11:33 AM4h30
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:03 PMYork station (YRK)
    1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX100 · NX131 · YC843
    8:50 AM8h03
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    4:53 PMYork, Station Rd
    251One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX100 · NX131 · YC843
    3:20 PM8h02
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    11:22 PMYork, Station Rd
    261One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX100 · NX131 · YC843
    6:35 AM8h18
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    2:53 PMYork, Station Rd
    261One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and York including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to York is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to York:

A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to York costing on average €58.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to York is by train with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

The distance from Bristol to York is approximately 183 miles (296 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to York is:
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and York as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in York, Station Rd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to York by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country to go to York by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to York:
  • 2 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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