Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU)

Showing times and prices for 05 Aug

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

3 h 16 m

Average duration

3 h 29 m

Trains per day

19

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) 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 Truro station (TRU) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 19 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Truro station (TRU) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG15183 · W34774
    23:487h18
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    7:06Truro station (TRU)
    £271One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG66472
    6:403h17
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:57Truro station (TRU)
    £291One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG01133+Great Western RailwayY41595
    9:453h48
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    13:33Truro station (TRU)
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14966 · W34836
    18:154h12
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    22:27Truro station (TRU)
    £701One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01135+Great Western RailwayY41600
    10:454h16
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    15:01Truro station (TRU)
    £721One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 219 km

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£63

Average Price

£20

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3h 30m

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Additional time*

5h 56m

Average total duration

5h 26m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG01130+Great Western RailwayG15166
On time
8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h48
11:59 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01131+Great Western RailwayW34782
On time
8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h44
12:29 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01133+Great Western RailwayY41595
On time
9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h48
13:33 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01135+Great Western RailwayW34791
On time
10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h39
14:24 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01140+Great Western RailwayG15171
On time
11:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h50
15:32 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryW29862+Great Western RailwayG14980
On time
12:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h30
16:15 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryW29868
On time
13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h16
17:01 Truro station (TRU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29873+Great Western RailwayW34814
On time
14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h55
18:40 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15189 · G15174
On time
14:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h05
19:00 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01148+Great Western RailwayW34819
On time
15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h45
19:30 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01150+Great Western RailwayW34823
On time
17:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h27
20:39 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01153+Great Western RailwayW34830
On time
17:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h00
21:45 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14966 · W34836
On time
18:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h12
22:27 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
CrossCountryG01154+Great Western RailwayW34836
On time
18:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h42
22:27 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY41684
On time
18:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h04
23:01 Truro station (TRU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15192 · G15176
On time
19:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h59
23:53 Truro station (TRU)
1 change
Wednesday 5 August
Great Western RailwayG15179 · G151615:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h10
9:32 Truro station (TRU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG154405:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h54
9:49 Truro station (TRU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG664726:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
9:57 Truro station (TRU)0 changesdirect

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CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance
219 km
Average train duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 17m
First train
5:40
Last train
19:53
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Truro station (TRU) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
£15
CrossCountry frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£27
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 16m
Cheapest Price
£162
Cross Country frequency
9 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£135
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) 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 Truro station (TRU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) covers a distance of 219 km and takes approximately 3h 17m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) is 219 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) departs at 19:53.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Truro station (TRU). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Truro offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the West Country, including rolling hills and sections of coastal scenery as it approaches Cornwall.
A day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Truro is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 17m. There are 19 trains per day for this route. The distance is 219 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Truro station (TRU)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Truro station (TRU) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Truro station (TRU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Truro
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

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.

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