How to travel from Liverpool to Bristol

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 736 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 736, while a train costs an average of Kč 2,197.

Distance: 136 miles (219 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

Kč 2,197

Average price

Kč 736

Average price

Cheapest

Kč 1,574

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

West Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Bristol is a bus with an average price of Kč 736.

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

A bus is Kč 1,462 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Bristol costing on average Kč 2,197.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Bristol including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Bristol among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (3h 17m by train vs 3h 20m by car). Tickets start at around Kč 2,197 compared to roughly Kč 1,574 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.

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from Liverpool to Bristol

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM8h10
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    11:35 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    Kč 6221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM8h10
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    11:35 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    Kč 6221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • West Midlands TrainsC16949+CrossCountryG01153
    2:12 PM3h19
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    5:31 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    Kč 3,5701One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsC16913+CrossCountryG01133
    6:08 AM3h23
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:31 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    Kč 1,0431One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16927+CrossCountryW29866
    9:33 AM3h48
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1:21 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    Kč 1,0431One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16915+CrossCountryW29851
    6:33 AM3h39
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:12 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    Kč 1,1441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 AM5h45
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    4:35 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    Kč 6351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 AM7h20
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    1:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    Kč 6611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM6h15
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    3:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    Kč 6871One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Bristol

Travel to Bristol 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 Liverpool to Bristol.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Bristol including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Bristol is a bus with an average price of Kč 736.

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

A bus is Kč 1,462 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Bristol costing on average Kč 2,197.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

The distance from Liverpool to Bristol is approximately 136 miles (219 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Bristol is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Bristol:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Bristol, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast to go to Bristol by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bristol by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Bristol often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Cardiff, Birmingham, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bristol and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bristol to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.

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