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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£136
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£144
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 46 m
Trains on 18 Sept
39
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £136.
To travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) you need to make at least 3 changes.
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22:004h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:17Royston station (RYS)£1361One-way3 changes- 4:532h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:52Royston station (RYS)£1421One-way2 changes
- 5:473h05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:52Royston station (RYS)£1421One-way2 changes
- 6:302h52Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:22Royston station (RYS)£1421One-way2 changes
- 7:002h52Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:52Royston station (RYS)£1421One-way2 changes
- 19:392h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:22Royston station (RYS)£1471One-way3 changes
- 10:382h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:22Royston station (RYS)£1471One-way3 changes
- 11:382h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:22Royston station (RYS)£1471One-way3 changes
14:332h49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:22Royston station (RYS)£1571One-way3 changes- 20:332h49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:22Royston station (RYS)£1571One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £144 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £144, while a train costs an average of £144.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£144 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 37m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £144 compared to roughly £38 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
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 20:52 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 18:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 21:22 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 19:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 22:22 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 19:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h43 | 22:22 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h22 | 23:22 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h49 | 23:22 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 21:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h22 | 0:22 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 21:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h22 | 0:22 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 22:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 2:17 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 22:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 8h31 | 7:22 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 22:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 8h31 | 7:22 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 4:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 7:52 Royston station (RYS) | 3 changes | |
| 4:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h59 | 7:52 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
| 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h05 | 8:52 Royston station (RYS) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £136 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £136 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 22:51 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Royston station (RYS) from £136. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) 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 Royston station (RYS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Royston station (RYS)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Royston station (RYS) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Royston station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Royston station (RYS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Royston from Royston city centre
Royston train station facilities and services
Royston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Royston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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