Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Builth Wells
Trains from Bristol to Builth Wells run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:57, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 6:57 |
Last train 14:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Builth Wells trip
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FAQs: Bristol to Builth Wells train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Builth Wells 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 Builth Wells, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Builth Wells
Most Bristol to Builth Wells trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Builth Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Builth Wells train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
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 Builth Wells station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Builth Road from Builth Wells city centre
Builth Road is 2 km from Builth Wells city centre. Public transport options include:
Builth Road train station facilities and services
Builth Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Builth Road: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Builth Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. The platform has step free access to the platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Bristol to Builth Wells
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