Bristol to Dartford train with Great Western Railway

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Compare train and coach for Bristol to Dartford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 195 km

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£44

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2h 45m

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2h 15m

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4h 5m

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3h 35m

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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Dartford by train or coach

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bristol to Dartford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Dartford.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Dartford.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Dartford.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Dartford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Dartford

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Trains from Bristol to Dartford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 52m.

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 £4
Distance
195 km
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
4:53
Last train
22:16
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Dartford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Dartford from £4. 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 52m
Cheapest Price
£37
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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
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Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 27m
Cheapest Price
£116
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Dartford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Dartford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Bristol to Dartford covers a distance of 195 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Dartford is 195 km.
The first train from Bristol to Dartford leaves at 4:53.
The last train from Bristol to Dartford departs at 22:16.
Trains from Bristol to Dartford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Dartford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Dartford.
To get from Bristol to Dartford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Dartford.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Dartford is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Dartford station (DFD).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dartford is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Bristol to Dartford 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 Dartford is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas rather than notable landscapes or countryside vistas.
A day trip from Bristol to Dartford might not be feasible as the journey duration is 2h 52m. The distance is 195 km, and the frequency of trains is 4 per day.
A visit to Dartford can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Central Park, Dartford Borough Museum, and nearby areas like Bluewater Shopping Centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Dartford.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Dartford

Most Bristol to Dartford trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Dartford station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Dartford 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 Dartford
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

Lawrence HillLawrence Hill station, Church Hill, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, City of, BS5 9JJParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Lawrence Hill from Bristol city centre

Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAvonmouth - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Severn Beach - Salisbury, Clifton Down - Bristol Temple Meads, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Frome · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus6, 7 · 9m · £4 · every ~30 min
41, 6, 7, 18 · 11m · £4 · every ~50 min

Lawrence Hill train station facilities and services

Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.

Clifton DownClifton Down station, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, City of, BS8 2PN+44 3451652030WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
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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