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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford
Showing times and prices for 09 Nov
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
196 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Bishop's Stortford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
09:003h10
Bristol12:10Bishop's Stortford
£511One-way
0 changes
09:003h10
Bristol12:10Bishop's Stortford
£511One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Bristol to Bishop's Stortford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bishop's Stortford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 20:11
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 Bristol | 3h10 | 12:10 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £133 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 37m.
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
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 22:09 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Bishop's Stortford from £133. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 3m
Cheapest Price
£41
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£132
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bristol to Bishop's Stortford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Bishop's Stortford, including its historic sites, local shops, and nature trails, a 1 to 2-day visit is typically sufficient.
The train distance from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford is 196 km.
Booking trains from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford 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 to Bishop's Stortford covers a distance of 196 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £133, while the average price tends to be around £135.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford is by train, costing approximately £133.
The first train from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford leaves at 4:25.
To get from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford departs at 22:09.
Trains from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Bishop's Stortford is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Bishop's Stortford station (BIS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Bishop's Stortford
Bristol
Bishop's Stortford
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Bishop's Stortford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parson Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop on Bedminster Down Road. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop outside Halfords on West Street.
Amenities at train station
ParkingLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On single platform
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Sea Mills
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Weekends - Bus stop under roadbridge on Sea Mills Lane (300 yrds from station). Weekdays - Bus stops on either side of Shirehampton Road opposite the Co-op
The major train station for arrivals in Bishop's Stortford is Bishop's Stortford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bishop's Stortford for your journey to Bishop's Stortford from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bishop's Stortford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
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