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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Cradley Heath
Showing times and prices for 07 Nov
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
118 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Cradley Heath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cradley Heath will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol for Cradley Heath every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
10:332h18
Bristol12:51Cradley Heath
£831One-way
0 changes
13:332h18
Bristol15:51Cradley Heath
£841One-way
0 changes
13:332h18
Bristol15:51Cradley Heath
£841One-way
0 changes
10:332h18
Bristol12:51Cradley Heath
£831One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Cradley Heath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cradley Heath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 118 km
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2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Cradley Heath train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cradley Heath trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:33 Bristol | 2h18 | 12:51 Cradley Heath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:33 Bristol | 2h18 | 15:51 Cradley Heath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Cradley Heath
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Trains from Bristol to Cradley Heath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 6m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 21:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Bristol to Cradley Heath trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Cradley Heath from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£24
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
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 23m
Cheapest Price
£63
Great Western Rail frequency
1 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bristol to Cradley Heath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Cradley Heath 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 Cradley Heath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bristol to Cradley Heath is 118 km.
A day or two is typically sufficient to explore Cradley Heath, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy the town's amenities.
Booking trains from Bristol to Cradley Heath in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Bristol to Cradley Heath, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Bristol to Cradley Heath covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Cradley Heath can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The first train from Bristol to Cradley Heath leaves at 5:08.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cradley Heath is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Cradley Heath is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Cradley Heath station (CRA).
The last train from Bristol to Cradley Heath departs at 21:54.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Cradley Heath.
Trains from Bristol to Cradley Heath run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Cradley Heath.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Cradley Heath.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Cradley Heath.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Cradley Heath
Bristol
Cradley Heath
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Cradley Heath.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
The major train station for arrivals in Cradley Heath is Cradley Heath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cradley Heath for your journey to Cradley Heath from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Cradley Heath
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Picks up/sets down on Forge Lane, immediately in front of the station entrance.
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