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King Edward Mine Museum
Cornish mining heritage site with underground tours and surface exhibits explaining tin mining, geology and local industrial life.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Camborne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Camborne will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Bristol to Camborne, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.

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Trains from Bristol to Camborne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Camborne.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Camborne trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y41874 · Y41594 | On time 7:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 12:09 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
G00671+ C01222 | On time 8:44 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h24 | 13:08 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
G66476+ W34793 | On time 9:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h52 | 13:42 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
C33238 · C00802 | On time 9:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h48 | 14:43 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
K02002+ C00802 | On time 10:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h48 | 14:43 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
Y41665 · C01221 | On time 11:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h56 | 16:43 Camborne station (CBN) | 1 change | |
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Cornish mining heritage site with underground tours and surface exhibits explaining tin mining, geology and local industrial life.
Local art gallery in nearby St Ives with modern and historic works, useful for visitors basing themselves in Camborne.
Volunteer-run mining museum with changing displays on local industry, engineering and everyday life in Camborne and district.
Hilltop park and walking area with open views, mining landmarks and a good sense of Camborne’s landscape and heritage.
Woodland and lake park with level paths, birdlife and family-friendly walks on the edge of Camborne.
Main shopping street and civic spine of the town, useful for exploring historic buildings, markets and everyday Camborne life.
A Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped crust. Deeply tied to Cornwall’s mining history and still a defining local staple.
A rich saffron yeast bun or loaf from Cornwall, often served sliced with butter. Its distinctive colour and flavour reflect old regional baking traditions.
A soft enriched fruit bread flavoured with spices and dried fruit. Traditionally toasted and buttered, it is one of Cornwall’s best-known tea-time treats.
Popular traditional pub in Camborne serving hearty British meals and local favourites in a relaxed, historic setting.
Established pub and restaurant near Camborne, known for classic British dishes, Sunday roasts and a welcoming countryside atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad menu, friendly service and a comfortable dining room suited to casual evenings out.
Camborne is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with modest dining costs and limited public transport spend, though accommodation can rise in peak Cornwall holiday periods.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Camborne.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Camborne 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 Camborne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Camborne trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Camborne station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Camborne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
Camborne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Camborne.
Wi-Fi is available at Camborne.
Ticket office support is available at Camborne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Camborne: Parking, WC.
Available at Camborne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Camborne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, step free access between platforms is via a level crossing. 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, 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: Yes.
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