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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bourne End
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bristol to Bourne End and enjoy the approximately 131 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:40.
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 131 km |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Complete guide to Bourne End
Things to do in Bourne End
Discover the best of Bourne End — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bourne End trip today.
- Recommended
Stanley Spencer Gallery
House museum dedicated to Stanley Spencer, displaying paintings and archive material linked to the artist's life in nearby Cookham.
- Recommended
Wycombe Museum
Small local museum in High Wycombe covering the town's chairmaking past, furniture industry and social history through engaging displays.
- Recommended
Spade Oak Nature Reserve
Popular riverside green by the Thames, ideal for picnics, boating views and an easy walk with classic Bourne End scenery.
- Recommended
Bourne End Riverside
Thames-side open space near the bridge, popular for strolling, watching rowers and enjoying broad views across the river.
- Recommended
Cookham Moor and Formosa Island
Large riverside park and island landscape nearby, known for attractive walks, seasonal colour and expansive Thames meadows.
Fish and Chips
A Berkshire and Buckinghamshire pub classic of battered cod or haddock with chips. Best enjoyed fresh by the Thames and central to local casual dining.
Sunday Roast
Roast beef with roast potatoes, veg, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. A traditional Sunday meal widely served in local pubs and inns.
Bangers and Mash
Pork sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A comforting British staple commonly found on pub menus in the area.
The Bounty
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, grills and drinks in a relaxed setting popular for meals by the Thames.
The Chequers Inn
Smart country-house restaurant and bar with modern British dishes, afternoon tea and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
The Walnut Tree
Well-known local pub with hearty British food, Sunday roasts and a cosy, traditional atmosphere suited to casual dining.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Dining and lodging cost more than many UK towns, but local rail fares and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a pub lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Bourne End station -> Marlow Town Centre
- Distance
- 5 km
- Travel time
- 22 min
- Great Western Railway manages Bourne End station; buy rail tickets from GWR or the station machine. Contactless pay as you go is available at Bourne End station on the Thames Valley branch.
- For local buses around Bourne End and Marlow, Buckinghamshire notes the national £3 fare cap scheme is in place on participating services. Check the operator before travel.
FAQs: Bristol to Bourne End train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bourne End 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 Bourne End, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bristol to Bourne End is 131 km.
The first train from Bristol to Bourne End leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Bristol to Bourne End departs at 22:40.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Bourne End.
Booking trains from Bristol to Bourne End in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Bristol to Bourne End.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Bourne End
Most Bristol to Bourne End trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bourne End station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bourne End 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 Bourne End
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
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.
Which Bourne End station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Bourne End arrive at Bourne End. Bourne End is from Bourne End city centre.
Bourne EndBourne End station, Station Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5QH+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Bourne End from Bourne End city centre
Bus36, 37S, 624 · 1m · £4 · every ~2 min
Bourne End train station facilities and services
Bourne End has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Last Viceroy, Costa
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bourne End.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bourne End: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bourne End: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourne End: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms from the adjacent car park is via a short ramp. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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