- Must visit
The Model Village
A model village built in stone, showing Bourton in miniature. It is one of the area’s signature attractions and rewarding for both adults and children.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Price information
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 Bourton-on-the-Water
Things to do in Bourton-on-the-Water
Discover the best of Bourton-on-the-Water — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bourton-on-the-Water trip today.
- Must visit
The Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection
A working model railway and exhibition with detailed layouts and scenes. It is a compact, nostalgic stop for families and rail enthusiasts.
- Recommended
Birdland Park & Gardens
A living museum with more than a hundred species of reptiles and amphibians. It is popular for close-up encounters, keeper talks, and conservation focus.
- Must visit
River Windrush Riverside
The main green and riverfront area through the village centre. It is the essential place for bridge views, people-watching, and a first walk around Bourton.
- Recommended
High Street
The village’s principal street lined with Cotswold stone buildings, shops, and historic façades. Ideal for strolling and seeing the core of Bourton.
- Recommended
The Croft
A broad village green beside the river and bridges. It is a scenic open area for relaxing, short walks, and enjoying Bourton’s best-known setting.
Cotswold Beef and Ale Stew
A rich Cotswold beef and ale stew, slowly braised and linked to local pub cooking and farming traditions across Gloucestershire.
- Gluten-free
Gloucester Cheese
Single or double Gloucester is a traditional local cheese from Gloucestershire, valued for its creamy texture and long regional dairy heritage.
Steak and Kidney Pudding
A steamed suet pudding filled with beef and kidneys, long associated with hearty English country cooking served in old inns and pubs.
Bakery on the Water
Popular bakery and café for breakfasts, sandwiches, pastries and coffee, ideal for a casual daytime stop.
The Mousetrap Inn
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local ales in a relaxed village setting.
The Old New Inn
Historic inn with a smart-casual dining room, known for seasonal British dishes, steaks and a polished atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the Cotswolds: stays and dining cost more than many UK towns, especially in peak season, while local transport costs are fairly typical.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a casual meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included only occasionally; otherwise 10-12.5% in restaurants is normal for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water.
Booking trains from Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A visit to Bourton-on-the-Water is ideally enjoyed over two to three days. This allows ample time to explore the village's charming attractions, such as the Model Village, Birdland Park and Gardens, and the Cotswold Motoring Museum, as well as enjoy leisurely walks along the River Windrush.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Bourton-on-the-Water
Most Bristol to Bourton-on-the-Water trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Kingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water
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.
Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton DownClifton Down station, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, City of, BS8 2PN+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus2a, 5, 3, 4, 1, 2 · 7m · £4 · every ~91 min
T7 · 10m · every ~2 min
4, 5, 1, 3, 2, 2a · 10m · £4 · every ~91 min
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: 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.
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