Bristol to Didcot train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway
    13:001h51
    Bristol
    14:51Didcot
    £321One-way
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Compare train and coach for Bristol to Didcot

The cheapest option from Bristol to Didcot is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Didcot among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 95 km

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Coach

£36

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£17

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1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest option

56m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

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Live departures

Bristol to Didcot train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Didcot trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34468
On time
8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h55
8:55 Didcot Parkway (DID)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42306 · C42300
On time
8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h09
9:20 Didcot Parkway (DID)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34470
On time
8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h55
9:25 Didcot Parkway (DID)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42147
On time
8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
9:55 Didcot Parkway (DID)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42158 · W35224
On time
9:18 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h03
10:21 Didcot Parkway (DID)
1 change

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

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 Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Didcot.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Didcot

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Bristol to Didcot, including 4 direct trains, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 49m.

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 £12
Distance
95 km
Average train duration
56m
Lowest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
49m
First train
0:19
Last train
23:11
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
2 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 £12

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Didcot trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Didcot from £12. 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
49m
Cheapest Price
£32
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
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£79
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
£63
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Didcot train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol to Didcot is 95 km.
The first train from Bristol to Didcot leaves at 0:19.
The last train from Bristol to Didcot departs at 23:11.
Trains from Bristol to Didcot run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Didcot.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Didcot. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol to Didcot, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Didcot.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Didcot is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Didcot Parkway (DID).
Booking trains from Bristol to Didcot 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 Didcot offers scenic views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, green fields, and quaint villages, making it a pleasant and picturesque trip.
A day or two in Didcot is usually sufficient to explore the local attractions, such as the Didcot Railway Centre and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Didcot.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Didcot

Most Bristol to Didcot trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Didcot Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Didcot 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 Didcot
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.

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.

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.

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