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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Brentford?
The best time to book your train from Bristol to Brentford is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Brentford route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Brentford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Brentford.
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Overview: Train from Bristol to Brentford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bristol to Brentford and enjoy the approximately 159 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:23.
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 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Railway from Bristol to Brentford trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Brentford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£35
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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
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Things to do in Brentford
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Steak and Kidney Pie
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Bangers and Mash
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Fish and Chips
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The Weir Bar
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but Brentford is often cheaper than central London, with good public transport access.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add 12.5% service; if not, 10-12.5% is usual. Taxis often get fares rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Bristol to Brentford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Brentford 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 Brentford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bristol to Brentford is 159 km.
The first train from Bristol to Brentford leaves at 5:17.
The last train from Bristol to Brentford departs at 22:23.
Trains from Bristol to Brentford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Brentford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Brentford.
To travel from Bristol to Brentford, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Bristol to Brentford.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Brentford is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Brentford station (BFD).
Booking trains from Bristol to Brentford 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 Brentford offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with stretches of green landscapes, small towns, and glimpses of the River Thames as you approach London.
A visit to Brentford typically requires 1-2 days to explore its main attractions, including Syon Park, the London Museum of Water & Steam, and the Brentford Lock.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Brentford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Brentford
Most Bristol to Brentford trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Brentford station pair, with some services arriving at Kew Bridge. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Brentford 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 Brentford
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.
MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Which Brentford station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Brentford most often arrive at Brentford. Some services arrive at Kew Bridge, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Brentford arrival station.
BrentfordBrentford station, Station Approach, Brentford, Greater London, TW8 8DT+44 3456000650
City-centre transport
Getting to Brentford from Brentford city centre
TrainWoking - London Waterloo, Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo, Staines - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, Kingston - London Waterloo, Weybridge - London Waterloo, Twickenham - London Waterloo, Hounslow - London Waterloo · 1m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusH91 · 1m · £2 · every ~21 min
Brentford train station facilities and services
Brentford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brentford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brentford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brentford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brentford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brentford: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kew BridgeKew Bridge station, Kew Bridge, Kew, Greater London, TW8 9QS
City-centre transport
Getting to Kew Bridge from Brentford city centre
Kew Bridge is 1 km from Brentford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWoking - London Waterloo, Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo, Staines - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, Kingston - London Waterloo, Weybridge - London Waterloo, Twickenham - London Waterloo, Hounslow - London Waterloo · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Kew Bridge train station facilities and services
Kew Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kew Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kew Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kew Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kew Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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